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IN THIS ISSUE Adjusts Business Plan To Grow Bus Market

Two Step Total Transportation Worldwide...8

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22-51 Supplier profile information submitted by participating companies.

Busline Vehicle Showcase:

Small & Mid-Size Buses.................54-63

RAPID RESPONSE.........................Page 6 INDUSTRY NEWS .......................Page 64

ON THE COVER: Two Step Total Transportation Worldwide, of Denver, CO, provides a wide variety of services in and around the Rocky Mountains — and beyond. Shown with the company’s three Turtle Top vehicles are Two Step Vice President Walter Curtis and President & CEO Barb Curtis. See page 8

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The mother and son team of Barb Curtis and Walter Curtis are shown inside their company’s Turtle Top Odyssey XL.

Two Step Total Transportation Worldwide Adjusts Business Plan To Grow Bus Market

By Harrell Kerkhoff, Busline Magazine Editor

For 22 years, Two Step Total Transportation Worldwide has successfully chauffeured a high-end clientele around the Denver, CO, metropolitan area and surrounding region using a variety of vehicles — starting with stretch limousines, black car sedans and SUVs, and later expanding into the small and mid-size bus market. Although still using sedans and SUVs, it’s Two Step’s growth within the bus transportation segment that has the company’s mother and son team of Barb Curtis and Walter Curtis Page 8

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the most excited.

“Growth in the bus industry is evident at our company. We see many opportunities ahead with the buses we currently operate, and feel our next big purchase will involve a motorcoach,” Barb Cur tis, company president & CEO, said. “The bus side is growing as the transportation industry in our area has changed over the years. We started strictly as a stretch limousine company in 1995, but as our business grew, we saw demand for this type of transportation decrease.”

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Eventually, Two Step purchased a limo bus and later entered the shuttle bus marketplace.

Today, the company operates four shuttle buses of various sizes.

“We stepped back and looked at the industry.

Yes, we still transport executives and other customers in sedans and SUVs, but companies such as Uber and Lyft have somewhat changed this part of the industry,” Barb Curtis said.

“Therefore, we have found added growth using our four shuttle buses.

“Two Step can satisfy any type of transportation need for people. This involves such events as weddings, concerts, ski trips and tour work into the nearby Rocky Mountains. The list goes on and on regarding the different types of transportation that customers ask us to provide.

We now have the equipment in place to be a very versatile business.”

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rior to starting Two Step in the mid1990s, Barb Curtis worked as a commercial insurance underwriter, while her son, Walter Curtis, was a kitchen manager for a large restaurant in Denver. The two, however, wanted to own and operate their own business and began to look for opportunities.

Barb Curtis reflected on the unsatisfactory limousine experiences her son had during both his junior and senior proms in high school, and felt she could provide a more professional experience for people. Thus the idea of starting a chauffeur business was born.

“I also grew up with a father who was a traveling salesman. He was always driving to other states for business, and I guess the idea of being a driver appealed to me, based on his experiences while on the road,” Barb Curtis said. “I had worked in other occupations, but always wanted to operate my own company.

And I always liked to drive. I eventually purchased a stretch limousine and within weeks, Walter became more involved. He fell in love with this business.

“At first, it was just Walter and myself. We ran it, we drove, we did everything. Since then, we have hired chauffeurs to help, while Walter and I serve as the office staff. We also still drive when the need arises.”

Barb Curtis has found that over the years, her background in commercial insurance underwriting has been very beneficial.

“I knew beforehand about loss prevention and insurance, which has helped. I look at risk with everything we do. This includes the training of chauffeurs, having the right kind of firstaid kits in all of our vehicles, implementing a

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slip-and-fall prevention program with passengers, and keeping our facility safe,” she said. “We train our chauffeurs on how to properly handle the dangers of driving on ice and snow, as well as making sure they are looking after passengers. This is especially important while these people are boarding or debarking a vehicle.

Slip-and-fall accidents can easily occur.

these events,” Barb Curtis said. “Our original name was ‘Two Steps Above The Rest,’ but this name didn’t really convey what our company was all about. We eventually changed it to ‘Two Step Limousine.’”

The problem with the latter name, however, was that on occasion, there would be an employer, seeing the word “limousine” printed on a receipt brought in by an employee, “ I see our ability to look into the future as a main reason for who would assume that the employee was spending too much money on transportation while on a our success. We have been willing to change our business business trip.

“That employee may have been transported in structure and remain versatile. You can’t go around with a sedan, but the word ‘limousine’ implied a more blinders on. Change has made us very successful.” luxurious and expensive ride. After awhile, we decided another company name change was in “We have always made the distinction that we hire and employ order,” Barb Curtis said. “We settled on ‘Two Step Total ‘chauffeurs,’ not ‘drivers.’ To me, a true chauffeur is dressed in a Transportation Worldwide.’ We kept the words ‘Two Step’ as this suit with black tie, and is properly trained to accommodate high- conveys that we can provide a transportation service just ‘two end clientele.” steps’ from a specific location. We also added the word ‘worldAccording to Barb Curtis, having a background in insurance has wide’ to our company name as we now can provide transportation also helped when it comes time for renewal. services around the globe. I have booked cars for customers in “I know what questions to ask, and, having worked in insur- such places as London and China. We make sure that the transance, I also understand the many regulations that are part of the portation companies chosen for our worldwide service operate transportation business,” she said. with $5 million in insurance, properly take care of their equipA main objective when starting her new company in 1995 was ment, and properly train and employ their chauffeurs. choosing the right name for the enterprise.

“Our company’s logo has also evolved with the name changes, “I wanted to find something that was unique and set us apart and is displayed on our buses.”

As stated, Two Step provided a lot of wedding transportation from other operators. Walter came up with the words ‘Two Step,’ in reference to the large number of country-themed weddings we work in the beginning, with many such events featuring a western were transporting people to and from in the Denver area. The theme. To keep with this theme, the company’s chauffeurs often Texas two-step was a favorite dance that was often performed at wore cowboy hats, boots, jeans, a white shirt and tie. As with

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many U.S. transportation providers, however, major shifts in business occurred after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Two Step had to adjust.

“ If a person calls us, we answer. It’s all about customer service. We hear from people all of the time who say, ‘I can’ t believe you answered your phone. All I get is voice mails from other companies.’ It helps that when people call us, we are able to give a quote on the spot.� “Disposable income for many people dried up after 9/11. The number of wedding planners seeking our transportation services started to decrease. People lost money in the stock market or were being deployed overseas. Walter and I looked at what was happening and wondered what to do,� Barb Curtis said. “We decided to focus more on corporate transportation work. The company morphed from ‘two-step’ western weddings to being ‘two steps’ from a customer’s car or door for any type of transportation need.�

The current roles for both Barb and Walter Curtis have pretty much remained the same, despite shifting transportation demands.

While Barb is the company president & CEO, Walter’s title is vice president. He mainly oversees the company’s chauffeurs and other day-to-day operations. “We work this business together. We have found that keeping

hands-on control over the company has given us the growth, respect and reputation that we currently enjoy,� Barb Curtis said. “I see our ability to look into the future as a main reason for our success. We have been willing to change our business structure and remain versatile. You can’t go around with blinders on.

Change has made us very successful.�

Being personable with customers has also helped. Although after-hour reservations can be made through an automated system, Barb and Walter Curtis are very willing to answer all calls to the company’s direct line 24/7. “If a person calls us, we answer. It’s all about customer service.

We hear from people all of the time who say, ‘I can’t believe you answered your phone. All I get is voice mails from other companies,’� Barb Curtis said. “It helps that when people call us, we are able to give a quote on the spot. And, from day one, we can become part of whatever they are planning, because we are able to ask the right questions up front. Due to our experience, we are able to help our customers think things out. This is especially true when helping people plan their wedding transportation needs. �

Barb and Walter Curtis coordinate their weeks as to which one will answer the phone at night. They also require reservation agreements to be sent via email, allowing for a paper trail. “Most of our customers do book their reservations online.

Thanks to the World Wide Web, a person can book a trip 24/7, 365 days a year,� Walter Curtis said. “However, if somebody has problems or wants to talk directly to a company official, that option is always available at Two Step.�

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lthough no longer in the stretch limousine business, the fleet at Two Step Total Transportation Worldwide includes a variety of black sedans and SUVs, a MercedesBenz Sprinter, and four shuttle buses of different sizes — accommodating 26, 33, 36 and 41 passengers. These buses all provide forward-facing seating.

“We offer a variety of vehicle options, which is one of the reasons for our company’s success,” Barb Curtis said. “I never want to tell a customer that we don’t have a particular type of vehicle to suit his/her needs.”

The first shuttle bus at Two Step was a Turtle Top purchased in 2012. The company has since bought two other Turtle Top shuttle buses.

“We first acquired a 26-passenger Turtle Top to see how it would work in our operation, and we still love the vehicle,” Barb Curtis said. “Every year to 15 months since then we have added another bus to our fleet.”

Barb and Walter Curtis have worked several years with Davey Coach Sales, located in nearby Sedalia, CO, which has been a Turtle Top distributor for over 25 years.

“When it came time to look for a shuttle bus, we visited Davey Coach. While there, Walter and I were in a Turtle Top bus that was next to a railroad track. When a train went by, we were amazed at how quiet it was inside that bus. You could still carry on a conversation. That was impressive,” Barb Curtis said. “This is when we decided to get the 26-passenger Turtle Top. It was brand new. The

relationship continues to grow between Davey Coach, Turtle Top and our company. It’s worked out well. We took delivery in March of a new 36-passenger Turtle Top bus, which could be seen on the show floor during the 2017 International LCT Show, in Las Vegas, NV. “All our buses match. This includes the paint job and logo. It’s all part of our branding focus.”

Shuttle buses at Two Step are used for a wide variety of transportation services. The includes convention work, different tours, airport transfers, etc. Because the company specializes in luxury transportation, many of the vehicles in Two Step’s fleet feature TV monitors, DVDs, USB ports and 110-volt outlets.

On the safety side, the company makes use of automatic rotating tire chains to help when driving on snow and ice.

“It’s not good for our chauffeurs to be on the ground putting standard chains around tires while in suits,” Barb Curtis said.

“Therefore, we use automatic rotating tire chains that revolve next to each tire. They are invaluable when needed.”

Walter Curtis added: “We also make sure all our vehicles have seat belts. It’s a safety issue. Plus, a lot of passengers feel better about riding in a shuttle bus with seat belts, especially when traveling on winding mountain roads. Seat belts are also great when there is a need for a child’s car seat. Our 26- and 33-passenger shuttle buses have lap belts, while our 36- and 41-passenger shuttle buses feature three-point seat belts.”

Keeping all vehicles clean and attractive is another major objective at Two Step Total Transportation Worldwide.

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still be in business if we didn’t this business,” Barb Curtis said. operate clean vehicles. We Knowing exactly which route “When interviewing for chauffeurs, I also like always want each passenger to to take ahead of time, before to take a look at their personal vehicles. feel that he/she is the first one chauffeuring customers on a Chances are, if they don’t take care of their to ever use one of our vehitrip, is also vital. Two Step cles,” Barb Curtis said. “Our chauffeurs must pre-map each own vehicles, they will not take care of mine.” chauffeurs are responsible for trip and not simply rely on a GPS device to get them from this cleanliness while on the road. Passengers are always leaving a vehicle for dinner or to one place to another while operating a vehicle.

“When passengers enter our vehicles, they expect their chaufsee an attraction. In the process, they often leave empty water bottles and other trash. Two Step chauffeurs are required to put feur to know exactly where he or she is going, without hesitation,” Barb Curtis said. “This is just another form of customer service we everything back the way it was when the trip started.”

The company also has an indoor wash bay at its main facility provide. Our chauffeurs can use GPS before a trip, but not while where extensive vehicle detailing can be conducted. This is all passengers are in the vehicle.

“When interviewing for chauffeurs, I also like to take a look at done in-house. their personal vehicles. Chances are, if they don’t take care of their own vehicles, they will not take care of mine.”

QUALITY CHAUFFEURS It’s important, as well, for Two Step chauffeurs to be personable MAKE THE DIFFERENCE with passengers at all times. This is a trait that some people simt’s hard to imagine a job with more responsibility than ply don’t have, according to Barb Curtis.

“We conduct in-house testing at Two Step to make sure our driving a bus full of people around busy city streets or through high mountain passes. With this in mind, Barb and chauffeurs can properly work and talk with people. If they can’t Walter Curtis take the hiring and training process of chauffeurs talk to customers in a proper manner, they don’t really fit our profile,” she added. very seriously.

During the hiring process, the company looks for those candi“The first thing I pay attention to, when meeting a candidate, is to see if that person arrives for an interview early or late. dates who hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL).

“Unfortunately, CDL drivers are sometimes hard to find, espeChauffeurs must be punctual. Showing up late is not an option in

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cially in a state like Colorado that has legalized marijuana. Some Mountains. Anyone who has ever traveled to the Denver area people simply can’t pass a drug test to get a CDL,� Barb Curtis knows that this majestic mountain range serves as the western said. “Some of our chauffeurs currently do not have CDLs, but we backdrop to the city. These mountains can be very intimidating don’t treat them any differently. They are still required to take ran- to anyone not used to driving in high elevations, full of steep grades and winding roads. There is also winter weather to condom drug tests.�

In-house training for chauffeurs at Two Step includes the use sider for several months of the year.

Since the company provides a lot of trips to these nearby of videos that discuss such issues as safety and customer service. mountains, it’s imperative that chauffeurs have the necessary There is a testing portion that candidates must pass. driving skills for such surroundings.

Training also includes being driven “Driving in mountains can be a around by Barb and/or Walter Curtis challenge for those people not used to for a time. “Customers often talk to us on the this type of environment. For exam“Chauffeur candidates get to see telephone, but they speak to their ple, you have to learn how to gear how we drive. We also show them chauffeur in person. If a customer down a vehicle when descending. You where important stops are, such as can’t ride the brake. If you do, you can area hotels, etc. When Walter and I doesn’ t get a warm feeling from put the lives of your passengers in feel they are ready to get behind the one of our chauffeurs, he/she most jeopardy. I have followed people who wheel, they then drive us around. We rode their brakes all the way down test in every type of vehicle that we likely will not call us back.� steep grades. This is why there are have in our fleet. They start with one runaway truck ramps on these mounof our sedans and work up. If they can’t handle a sedan, then they are not going to be able to drive tains,� Barb Curtis said. “We just don’t let anybody take a vehia shuttle bus,� she said. “This type of training can take a week or cle into this type of environment. It’s all about safety. If you are so. It often depends on their past driving history. However, I not properly trained, you can get people killed. Our chauffeurs have found that hiring people who have driven for other compa- do a lot of mountain driving, and in all types of weather. I don’t nies is often a mistake. They sometimes have developed bad simply trust a person who says he/she is comfortable driving in the mountains or on ice and snow. They have to prove it to driving habits that can’t be broken.�

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one of us is taking part in a multiple-vehicle trip for Two Step, we will let one of the other chauffeurs take the lead. This allows us to observe how he/she handles different situations while on the road. It’s important to have a lead chauffeur while on such trips. You don’t want four headstrong people each doing his/her own thing. You want everybody to be on the same page.”

Currently, Two Step employs 10 full-time chauffeurs, while several chauffeurs work on a part-time basis. These people are the face of Two Step Total Transportation Worldwide.

“We can purchase a lot of advertising for the company to get the word out about what Two Step does, but if our chauffeurs don’t treat passengers with respect or don’t know how to perform different aspects of their jobs, this ultimately is a detriment to the entire company,” Barb Curtis said. “Customers often talk to us on the telephone, but they speak to their chauffeur in person. If a customer doesn’t get a warm feeling from one of our chauffeurs, he/she most likely will not call us back.

“The main objective, however, goes back to safety. We have people’s lives in our hands, based on who we hire to operate a vehicle. Safety encompasses everything. You are going to be out of business if you are not safe.”

As part of the company’s focus on customer service, complimentary bottles of water are given to passengers. This often comes in handy in Colorado, where the altitude is high and the air is dry, causing many people to become dehydrated.

“We always encourage our passengers to drink plenty of water, especially when they are traveling to the mountains.

This helps prevent high-altitude sickness,” Barb Curtis said.

A strong focus on customer service has helped the company grow over the years through word of mouth — not only from passengers, but also vendors that Two Step services, such as area hotels.

“We have received a lot of wonderful recommendations from such vendors, telling people that they have never had a problem with our company, that our vehicles are on time, that our chauffeurs know where they are going and that our equipment is well maintained,” Barb Curtis said. “We are always very grateful for these recommendations.”

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lthough the main service region of Two Step Total Transportation Worldwide is Colorado, the company also finds work in such nearby states as Wyoming, Utah, Arizona, Kansas and Nebraska.

“For instance, we take corporate customers on mining, oil and gas field tours in Wyoming and other states. We meet their private jets to start these tours,” Barb Curtis said. “Skiing is big.

Depending on the weather, the ski season runs from November to the middle of April. People in charge of dude ranches also seek our transportation services. They attract many types of tourists and operate in all seasons. Other popular places include such mountain towns as Estes Park, CO. “If somebody calls and says he/she needs a specific type of transportation, we are able to accommodate.”

The company’s main facility is located in Denver, with its

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head office in nearby Littleton, CO. The main facility includes 11,000 square feet of space, a wash bay and two large doors on two sides of the building.

“We store our vehicles inside when not in use. This is great, given Colorado’s weather. It’s not good to show up at a customer’s location early in the morning with frosted windows and a foot of snow on the roof,” Barb Curtis said. “We also have a nice conference room where we can bring potential and current customers, detailing what we offer as a transportation provider.

There is also a break room for our chauffeurs. It features cable TV, coffee machines and exercise equipment.”

Another advantage of Two Step’s main facility is its close proximity, just 15 miles, to Denver International Airport, the largest airport in the United States by total land area. It’s a major transportation hub for those flying in the western United States.

“We chose our current location in Denver based on the fact that approximately 85 percent of our business either begins or ends at the airport,” Barb Curtis said.

As for the Denver area itself, both Barb and Walter Curtis are lifetime residents, and see many advantages to operating a company in this part of the world.

“Denver is a destination city. Many people love to come to this area for conferences and for tourism. Also, in the summer we have the mountains, and in the winter we have the mountains.

The Rockies are always a big draw,” Barb Curtis said. “I do wish we had more Fortune 500 companies in this area, but a lot of people love to come here because it’s different from many other places in the country.”

One relatively recent development in Colorado, however, has not pleased Barb and Walter Curtis. This involves the legalization of marijuana in the state.

“Along with the smell of marijuana that can get into a vehicle from passengers’ clothing, while also making it harder to find CDL drivers, legalized marijuana in Colorado has driven up the price we pay for rent at our main facility. This is due to the emergence of ‘grow’ warehouses in our area,” Walter Curtis said.

“The law in Colorado states that marijuana must be grown in a controlled environment inside a building, not in an open field.

Because it’s such a cash business, growers have a lot of money to pay rent. This has driven up prices. It’s therefore hard to compete with those people and companies growing marijuana when it comes to renting a facility in our state.”

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ot only has Barb Curtis been running her own transportation business for the past 22 years, she has also held board positions with the Colorado Limousine Association (CLA) and the larger National Limousine Association (NLA).

“I was the president of CLA when 9/11 took place. Later, I was elected to the national board of NLA and served for six years,” Barb Curtis said. “I was blessed to serve with people who operated much larger companies than Two Step. You learn a lot from these people. The board experience was invaluable. Walter,

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meanwhile, served several years on a Denver International many services that a shuttle bus can provide — all moving large numbers of people to their desired locations.

Airport advisory board.

“I see more transportation companies getting into the bus busi“I think it’s very important that people get involved in their communities and belong to their industry trade organizations. We ness, and I think the bus industry will continue to grow as long as recently joined the American Bus Association and we don’t even companies can find qualified employees.”

Both Barb and Walter Curtis are happy they chose their current own a motorcoach yet, but we are always looking ahead. As I stated earlier, the bus business is where Walter and I want to grow careers. Despite the challenges of operating a small business, they said the different people they have met Two Step. We are noticing a trend of as well as the good experiences they more people wanting to travel in larger “ We are noticing a trend of more have encountered have made the struggroups. This lends itself to more gles worthwhile. demand for bus and motorcoach transpeople wanting to travel in larger “It can be a very demanding busiportation.” groups. This lends itself to more ness, and we never entirely shut down.

Walter Curtis added: “A greater demand for bus and motorcoach You have to step up to the plate for number of customers have also discovevery detail and be held accountable. ered that moving people in larger transportation.”

We just don’t turn on the ‘closed’ sign groups can save money. For example, we have worked conventions attended at the door once 5 p.m. comes around by doctors. It seemed that every doctor used to require his/her and walk away,” Barb Curtis said. “On the positive side, we have own car. Now, they are sharing more rides and opting to use larg- taken part in some really awesome stuff and have transported er vehicles, such as shuttle buses. This is saving companies and many famous people. They have all been very nice. people attending conventions a ton of money.”

“Some of the neatest things we have done involved transporting Barb Curtis discussed one recent business venture that shows kids during Make-A-Wish trips, as well as providing transportathe power of using shuttle buses. tion for an event celebrating a woman’s 90th birthday. Other high“There is a light rail line that runs between the Denver lights include our company receiving two ‘operator of the year’ International Airport and downtown Denver. We recently took awards from the trade press.” two of our buses and, with the help of an area hotel, met arriving Contact: Two Step Total Transportation Worldwide, passengers from the rail station and transported them 10 blocks to Phone:303-781-5555, Website: www.twosteplimo.com. the hotel,” she said. “It was a successful venture, and shows the

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15 years. Its products are used by OEM’s, up fitters and operators. The company has a large line of inverters and inverter chargers for the industry. In addition to inverters, the company offers a complete line of DC-DC 24v to 12v step down converters, in sizes 5 amps up to 100 amps. 16 Alexander Dennis Inc. 31566 Railroad Canyon Rd. #342 Canyon Lake, CA 92587 USA 951-244-9429 Website: www.alexander-dennis.com Products: ADL is a manufacturer of double deck buses internationally, with a network of facilities in the United States, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand, Malaysia, Germany and the United Kingdom. 17 Alliance Bus Group / CAIO 1926 Hyannis Ct. College Park, GA 30337 USA 770-305-0060 Email: sales@alliancebusgroup.com Website: www.alliancebusgroup.com Products: Manufacturer of intercity and midsize buses. 14 Allison Transmission One Way Allison Indianapolis, IN 46222 USA 317-242-5000 Website: www.allisontransmission.com Products: Transmissions - parts and systems. 14

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tion assistance, product testing, replacement air conditioning parts for most air conditioning brands, and on-site product training classes. 17 American Public Transportation Association (APTA) 1300 I St., NW, Suite 1200 East Washington, DC 20005 USA 202-496-4800 Website: www.apta.com Products: APTA members are public organizations that are engaged in the areas of bus, paratransit, light rail, commuter rail, subways, waterborne passenger services, and high-speed rail. Members also include large and small companies that plan, design, construct, finance, supply, and operate bus and rail services worldwide. Government agencies, metropolitan planning organizations, state departments of transportation, academic institutions, and trade publications are also part of its membership. 16 Anderson Insurance TIB-Transportation Insurance Brokers 799 Roosevelt Rd., Bldg. 6, Suite 220 Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 USA 630-348-3380 Website: www.tibinsurance.com Products: Insurance brokerage services for the bus industry. 16 AngelTrax 119 S. Woodburn Dr. Dothan, AL 36305 USA

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Products: Clean SealÂŽ, Inc. offers extruded EPDM, Neoprene, Silicone and Nitrile seals to the transportation, recreational vehicle, marine and appliance markets. The company also offers vulcanizing services for endless seal applications and body side moldings. 09 CMI Enterprises 13145 NW 45th Ave. Miami, FL 33054 USA 574-226-2977 Website: www.cmi-enterprises.com Products: Bus/coach upholstery, fabric. 14 Collins Bus 415 W. 6th St. South Hutchinson, KS 67505 USA 620-662-9000 Website: www.collinsbuscorp.com Products: Collins Bus Corporation, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc. (REV), manufactures Type A school bus and multi-function school activity bus (MFSAB) models in South Hutchinson, KS. 16

train station shelters, windscreens, smoking shelters, walkway canopies, information kiosks, ticket vending shelters and custom street furniture. 12 __

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Columbia Equipment Co., Inc. 180-10 93rd Ave. Jamaica, NY 11433 USA 800-742-1297, 718-658-5900 Website: www.columbiaequipment.com Products: Pre-fabricated aluminum bus shelters.

Columbia offers standard and custom designs in a variety of sizes and configurations and in all price ranges. Product line includes bus stop shelters,

See Ad On Page 20 6755 Snowdrift Rd. Allentown, PA 18106 USA 610-289-0488 Email: salessupport-us@vdo.com

Website: www.trucks.vdo-instruments.com Products: The Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket business unit of Continental is a global supplier of systems and components to automobile, truck and bus manufacturers. Continental develops and produces products that make transportation safer, cleaner and more fuel-efficient. 16 Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA) 1341 G St., NW, 10th Floor Washington, DC 20005 USA 800-891-0590 Website: www.ctaa.org Products: National, nonprofit membership association advocating for mobility for all Americans. 16 Creative Bus Sales 14740 Ramona Ave. Chino, CA 91710 USA 800-326-2877 Email: sales@creativebussales.com Website: www.creativebussales.com Products: Transit, para-transit, executive coach, wheelchair vans and buses, shuttle and tour buses, trolleys and limo buses. 17 CzechMate Lumber Corp.

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Owner; Guy M. MoDrak, Sales Manager, Wood Products Technologist Products: CzechMate is a 22 year supplier of finished panels to Siemens Transportation, METRO St. Louis, METRA Chicago and others. The company provides OEMs with subassemblies for the light/heavy passenger rail and bus/RV industries.

Products include: plywood, balsa and alum/SST honeycomb-cored laminated panels for walls/ceilings, windscreens, bulkheads, doors and operator cabinetry. 17 Daimler Trucks North America 4555 N. Channel Ave. Portland, OR 97217 USA

800-385-4357 Website: www.daimler-trucksnorthamerica.com Products: Manufactures, sells and services commercial vehicles under the Freightliner, Western Star, Detroit and Thomas Built Buses nameplates. Daimler Trucks North America is a Daimler company. 17 Davey Coach Sales, Inc. 7182 Reynolds Dr. Sedalia, CO 80135 USA 800-873-1856 Email: info@daveycoach.com Website: www.daveycoach.com Products: Sales of new and used mid-sized bus and shuttle vehicles, established in 1992. Davey

Coach also provides such products as bus graphics and wraps, bus parts and service, bus DOT inspections, bus rental and custom bus accessories. 17 Diamond Coach 2300 West 4th. St. Oswego, KS 67356 USA 800-442-4645 Website: www.diamondcoach.com Products: Diamond Coach bus models vary in design and size, accommodating 14 to 32 passengers, with lift and wheelchair options. 17 De Leo Transportation Fabrics 53 Dwight Pl. Fairfield, NJ 07004 USA 973-439-6801 Email: deleotf@deleotf.com Website: www.deleotf.com Products: De Leo Transportation Fabrics offers velvets for bus, motorcoach and light rail fabrics to public and private transportation industries.

Partnered with Epengle, a European transportation fabric manufacturer, the combined companies have over 100 years of experience. De Leo offers polyester, acrylic and wool blends. 15 ___DIAMOND MANUFACTURING INC.___

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See Ad On Page 47 2330 Burlington St. N. Kansas City, MO 64116 USA 800-343-1009 Email: todcull@aol.com Website: www.diamondmfg.com Company Officers: Todd and Pam Cull Products: Diamond Manufacturing offers a line of fare collection equipment to the transit industry.

It supplies traditional, manual fare boxes, donation boxes and a fare box with a remote fare dump option. Diamond’s traditional fare boxes are the round units (Models H, E-5, D), which are designed to accept coins, tokens and tickets; and, rectangular units (Models RV, SV, XV, NV), which are designed to accept dollar bills, coins, tokens, tickets, passes and similar fare media. Donation boxes come in three sizes to fit most applications. These units can be mounted in a variety of ways: on the modesty panel or stanchion pole in either a vertical or horizontal position. Models F-1 and F-24 remote dump fare boxes can be mounted away from the driver with a push button dump feature. These models can be paired with smart card readers. 17 Distinctive Systems Inc. 131 1/2 S. Washington St. Binghamton, NY 13903 USA 646-448-9981 Email: nasales@distinctive-systems.com Website: www.distinctive-systems.com/us Products: Supplier of software to the coach industry. Established for 30 years, over 750 operators rely on one or more of the company’s latest Microsoft SQL-based systems for the efficient management of their companies. 15

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See Ad On Page 44 517 Basaltic Rd. Concord, ON L4K 4W8 CANADA 905-879-0533 Website: www.dixie-electric.com Products: Dixie Electric provides DelStar product line of brushless heavy-duty alternators designed for motorcoach bus, shuttle bus and transit bus. The DelStar series is an integral charging system of a brushless design. The compact, heavy-duty construction provides increased service life expected to match the longer maintenance intervals of today’s engines, while providing a high performance. 15 _____EBERHARD MANUFACTURING_____ _______________COMPANY_______________ 21944 Drake Rd. Strongsville, OH 44149-9712 USA 440-238-9720 Email: sales@eberhard.com Website: www.eberhard.com Products: Eberhard Manufacturing Company, a division of The Eastern Company, has been serving various industries within the transportation and

industrial markets for over 140 years. The company ships products from its factories in locations in Strongsville, OH; Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada; Lerma, Mexico; and Shanghai, China. It is a manufacturer of industrial, vehicular, and specialty hardware and access systems with a quality system based on its ISO9001 and TS14001 registration. It offers a complete line of products such as: electric door controls, compression latches, quarter turns, access handles, hinges, custom rods, yokes, latching systems, folding t-handles and paddle latches—all available in a variety of finishes for applications such as entrance and rear doors, baggage, battery, and compartment doors.

Other products are: gas springs, rotary latches, tie downs, door holdbacks, footman loops, key cylinders, handles, vents, d-rings, steps, draw latches, push buttons and slam bolts. Eberhard also offers a full engineering staff who are available to help in the design of custom products or systems for customer specific applications.

Eberhard also specializes in various levels of fabrication and assembly utilizing materials such as steel, composites, malleable, ductile and die castings. 17

Eberspaecher Climate Control Systems 6099A Vipond Dr. Mississauga, ON L5T 2B2 CANADA 800-387-4800 Email: info-na@eberspaecher.com Website: www.eberspaecher-na.com Products: Fuel operated heaters and Sutrak air conditioning systems. Eberspaecher provides customers a “best in class product support” package, including in-field service representatives, on-site and webbased training, call center for technical support and a number of service dealers in North America. 15 ElDorado 1655 Wall St. Salina, KS 67401 USA 800-850-1287 Website: www.enconline.com Products: ElDorado, a subsidiary of REV Group, manufactures light- and medium-duty commercial buses for public transit, paratransit, airport, parking, hotel/resort, group tour, assisted living, church and university transportation markets. 16

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2701 North 30th St. Escanaba, MI 49829 USA 906-789-7497 Email: productinfo@emp-corp.com Website: www.emp-corp.com Products: OEM/Aftermarket - Electrified thermal systems for municipal transit bus and motor coach markets. Improves fuel economy, reduces emissions, improves safety, more uptime and less maintenance. 17 ENC 9670 Galena St. Riverside, CA 92509 USA 800-338-3211 Website: www.enconline.com Products: ENC, a subsidiary of REV Group, manufactures medium- and heavy-duty buses for public transit/paratransit, airport, parking and university transportation markets. 16 _____ENGHOUSE TRANSPORTATION____ 80 Tiverton Ct., Suite 800 Markham, ON L3R 0G4 CANADA 905-946-3200

Email: solutions@enghouse.com Website: www.enghousetransportation.com Products: With over 30 years experience, Enghouse Transportation offers a suite of software solutions that serve the public and private transportation markets. This includes: Sched21-Fixed Route Scheduling, BusLine-Fixed Route IVR, HandyLine-Paratransit IVR, TeleDriver-Workforce Management, CrewLine-Operator IVR, FareLineFare IVR, CoachWorks-Motorcoach Management, and TourManager-Tour Management. 16

with a full in-house graphic and technical design team overseen by civil and structural engineers, Enseicom constantly designs and develops products with superior quality, durability and serviceability, all the while maintaining state-of-the-art designs.

It manufactures a wide array of products which include: bus shelters, rapid transit shelters, parking booths, benches, newspaper boxes, waste containers, bike racks, billboards, street level advertising columns, interior signage, and outdoor signage. With over 100,000 square feet of combined manufacturing and storage facilities, Enseicom is equipped to handle projects of any size across North America and the Caribbean. 16 _______EURAMTEC CORPORATION______

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225 Norman, Montreal, QC H8R 1A3 CANADA 514-486-2626 Email: info@enseicom.com Website: www.enseicom.com Products: Founded in 1982, Enseicom manufactures street furniture, billboards, advertising structures and signage in North America. Staffed

See Ad On Page 29 29650 Grand River Ave., Farmington Hills, MI 48336 USA 248-473-8660 Email: contact@euramtec.com Website: www.euramtec.com Products: For over 30 years, Euramtec has provided European-styled accessories for transit buses and coaches. At the cutting edge of technol-

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ners, FCCC crafts purpose-engineered commercial buses with performance and reliability in mind. 16 _______________GERFLOR_______________

EverBank Commercial Finance, Inc. 5 River Rd., #315 Wilton, CT 06897 USA 203-761-1414 Website: www.everbankcommercialfinance.com Products: Financial services and leasing. 14 Fortress Systems International, Inc. 3801 Rose Lake Dr. Charlotte, NC 28217 USA 704-405-5000 Website: www.fortressmobile.com Products: Fortress Systems is a manufacturer and distributor of vehicle video surveillance and GPS tracking solutions. 15 ________FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM_______ ________CHASSIS CORPORATION________

See Ad On Page 3 552 Hyatt St. Gaffney, SC 29341 USA 864-487-1700 Website: www.freightlinerchassis.com Products: By working directly with OEM part-

595 Supreme Dr. Bensenville, IL 60106 USA 877-437-3567 Website: www.gerflortransport.com Products: Tarabus by Gerflor is a world leading non-slip transit flooring, dedicated to bus and coach applications. This year, Gerflor celebrates TARABUSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 60 year anniversary. Along with trends and original designs, TARABUS provides a complete range of accessories and services, such as pre-cut and pre-welded solutions, selfadhesive backing and personalized logos.

Gerflor has developed these solutions to help bus and coach manufacturers improve their working environments.

The Tarabus Self-Adhesive solution: This solution is available in all designs of the TARABUS range. The ready-to-bond flooring is delivered with an acrylic adhesive and protective layer on the back of the flooring. It is an economical, safe and time-saving solution that has won over many bus builders. Tarabus Self-

Adhesive was first launched in 2009, and has known huge success since. 17 Glaval Bus, Div. of Forest River, Inc. 914 CR #1 N, Elkhart, IN 46514 USA 800-445-2825 Website: www.glavalbus.com Products: Offering safety, quality and after-market service. Glaval has been a longtime participant in providing paratransit and senior friendly vehicles. Options include ADA-compliant equipment and floor plans that seat up to 45 passengers. 10 Goshen Coach 25161 Leer Dr. Elkhart, IN 46514 USA 574-970-6300 Website: www.goshencoach.com Products: Goshen Coach is a manufacturer of small to mid-sized shuttle buses. 16 Handi-Hut, Inc. 3 Grunwald St. Clifton, NJ 07013 USA 973-614-1800 Email: staff@handi-hut.com Website: www.handi-hut.com Products: Handi-Hut has been designing and manufacturing bus stop, bicycle and smoking shelters since 1970, as well as overhead canopies. All shelters are shipped in pre-fabricated sections that are easily installed on-site and make low cost shipping possible. 14

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Hanover Displays Inc. 1601 Tonne Rd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 USA 773-334-9934 Email: tmark@hanoverdisplays.com Website: www.hanoverdisplays.com Products: Destination signs, on-board next stop signs, bus stop signs, automatic voice announcement systems and infotainment systems. 17 Hometown Trolley, Inc. P.O. Box 185 Crandon, WI 54520 USA 715-478-5090 Email: jessica@hometowntrolley.com Website: www.hometowntrolley.com Company Officers: Kristina Pence-Dunow, CEO; Joey Dunow, Chief Engineer; Dustin Pence, COO; Jessica Pence, Marketing Products: Family owned and operated, DBE-certified manufacturing business. Hometown Trolleys have been delivered to satisfied customers for the past three decades. “AmericanMade” and custom built by skilled craftsmen, to the specifications of customers. Can produce a trolley to accommodate all levels of transportation, ranging from small private touring companies to major city transportation needs. Builds front engine, rear engine, heavy duty, straight rail and low-floor, and full electric trolleys as well as trolley replica mobile vending models and “Trolley” bus stops to provide a complete trolley themed route. Trolleys are produced on

gas, diesel and alternative fuel chassis ranging from 16 to 42 passenger models, with every transit option and component available.

Committed to continually improving the quality of its products to exceed customer expectations and provide top customer service for the life of each trolley produced. 17

nectors for routing wires and cables in and around transit vehicles. Approvals include Bombardier’s SMP800-C, ASTME-162 and 662, UL, CSA and CE. 14 ______________IDRIVE, INC.______________

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See Ad On Page 47 551 Observer Hwy., #15N Hoboken, NJ 07030 USA 201-420-3311 Email: lavdump@yahoo.com Website: www.lavdump.com Company Officer: David Lehmkuhl Products: Lavatory dump hopper for contractor installation at customer garage to facilitate emptying the bus restroom holding tank. See detail drawings at company website. 17 IBIS Electro-Products Corp.

50 Craig St., Unit #2A Brantford, ON N3R 7J1 CANADA 519-756-4299 Email: sales@ibisep.com Website: www.ibisep.com Products: International supplier of Flexa’s ultralightweight Rohrflex electrical conduits and quick disconnect Flexaquick conduit fittings and con-

249 N. Turnpike Rd. Santa Barbara, CA 93111-1928 USA 805-308-6094 Website: www.idriveglobal.com Products: In-vehicle camera systems for motorcoach fleets. iDrive provides multiple solutions like video event recorders, continuous recording surveillance, fleet management software and/or live GPS tracking all with one system to better manage fleets. The all new iDrive X2 is

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a dual lens video event recorder with iDriveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s VisualTelematicsÂŽ, combining live GPS tracking with a five second live video ability and simultaneous continuous recording. The X2 reduces accidents by 50 percent, saving companies money. The iDrive D4 is a four-camera continuous recording mobile DVR unit equipped with a 250GB Solid State Hard Drive.

Both the X2 and D4 run together under the same infrastructure. All data is owned by the customer and can be accessed at any time once downloaded to the dedicated iDrive Base Station. 17 ____ ________INA BUS SALES_____________

See Ad On Page 71 5410 Cameron St., Suite 203 Las Vegas, NV 89118 USA 702-431-0707 Email: mbarrett@inabussales.com Website: www.inabussales.com Products: INA Bus Sales is the exclusive U.S. distributor for the Irizar i6 56 passenger 45-foot motorcoach, along with all parts and services dedicated to pride of ownership. 17

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up to 233 cubic feet of underbody luggage space, and the seating accommodation and interior comfort of a motorcoach. It is recommended as a touring mini coach. 16 _INFANTI BUS & COACH UPHOLSTERY_

4802 W. Colonial Dr. Orlando, FL 32808 USA 800-330-1175 Email: indbusna@gmail.com Website: www.indbusna.com Products: The Indbus Inovo offers an integrated body-on-chassis coach with an integrally welded stainless steel structure, a composite exterior, and full underbody luggage. It is built on a Freightliner S2 chassis, with a passenger capacity of up to 45 (42 with a lavatory), and it features European design.

Built in Macedonia by Indbus, and distributed in the USA by Indbus NA, LLC through its dealer network. Indbus was founded in 2009 by members of the Queralt family from Arbucies, Spain, and the Castillo family from Skopje, Macedonia. Both families have a history in the bus industry, dating to 1888. Indbus has coverage throughout Europe and has entered the United States market. The Indbus Inovo offers a front engine platform with

See Ad On Page 23 1153 W. Elizabeth Ave. Linden, NJ 07036 USA 877-874-8593 Email: mycoach@infantibusandcoachupholstery.com Website: www.infantibusandcoachupholstery.com Products: Bus and motorcoach upholstery products and services. 17 J&J Bus Sanitation Products P.O. Box 614 Crawford, GA 30630 USA 800-345-3303 Email: info@jjchem.com Website: www.jjchem.com Products: Sanitation equipment and supplies. 17 Kelderman Air Suspensions 2686 Highway 92 Oskaloosa, IA 52577 USA

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800-334-6150 Website: www.kelderman.com Products: Air suspensions for the bus industry. 13 Kiel NA, LLC 2009 Middlebury St. Elkhart, IN 46516 USA 574-293-3600 Email: office@kielna.com Website: www.kielna.com Company Officer: Gerhard Hellweg Products: Kiel NA, LLC is part of the international Kiel Group, a manufacturer of transit passenger seats for commercial vehicles and public transportation, including seating solutions for buses and motorcoaches. Kiel operates globally with production plants in the USA, Germany (world headquarters), Poland, France, the Netherlands, and Turkey. 17 Kirkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Automotive, Inc. 9330 Roselawn Detroit, MI 48204 USA 800-321-5989, 313-933-7030 Website: www.KirksAuto.com Products: Complete line of remanufactured air conditioning motors and circulation pumps.

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Blue Ridge, GA 30513 USA 706-426-0400 Email: sales@kismetrubberproducts.com Website: www.kismetrubberproducts.com Products: Extruder of rubber, silicone, TPE and flexible vinyl. 17 LaFrance Industries 290 Old Anderson Road LaFrance, SC 29656 USA 551-482-1608 Email: interiors@jeffgoldwasser.com Website: www.lafranceindustries.mvmills.com Products: Plush and flatwoven fabrics for buses, coaches and transit operations. All fabrics are made in LaFrance, SC, allowing for lower minimums and short lead times. The company also produces custom logo fabrics. 17 ____LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY____

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516-431-4441 Email: roneill@lancerinsurance.com Website: www.lancerinsurance.com Company Officers: David P. Delaney, Jr., President; Timothy D. Delaney, Executive Senior Vice President; Timothy H. Delaney, Chief Marketing Officer Products: Since 1985, Lancer Insurance Company has been a provider of commercial automobile, physical damage and general liability coverages to bus and motorcoach companies in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. All Lancer policyholders, regardless of fleet size, receive a wide array of traditional and electronic products and services to supplement their driver training, loss prevention and accident mitigation efforts. 17 Lantal Textiles, Inc. 1300 Langenthal Dr. Rural Hall, NC 27045 USA 336-969-9551 Website: www.lantaltextiles.com Products: Lantal designs, produces and distributes seat upholstery fabrics to the motorcoach, transit and para-transit companies. Made in North Carolina, all of its products meet the Buy America directive. Lantal offers custom seat upholstery. 16 Lazzerini Corporation 1011 Herman St. Elkhart, IN 46516 USA

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Email: info@lazzerini.us Website: www.lazzerini.us Products: Founded in 1967, the company produces seating for transit buses and motorcoaches.

Lazzerini is based in Italy, and has a U.S. office. 15 Louisiana Motor Coach, Inc. 3912 4th St. Marrero, LA 70072 USA 504-343-1400 Email: info@louisianamotorcoach.com Website: www.louisianamotorcoach.com Products: Charter bus service, wedding transportation, New Orleans city tours, long distance charters, conventions, special events. 17 _____MARATHON BRAKE SYSTEMS_____

See Ad On Page 24 125 Old Mill Rd. Cartersville, GA 30120 800-223-5201 Email: jim.baldwin@marathonbrake.com Website: www.marathonbrake.com Company Officer: Bob Hicks, President Products: Marathonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OE-approved KVT brake linings and DiscStar Transit Premium air disc pads are proven performers for transit and coach lines across the country. KVT and DiscStar are quiet, long life materials that are friendly to drums and rotors.

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DiscStar Transit Premium Air Disc Pads Marathon now offers a high performance air disc pad, DiscStar Transit Premium (DSTP). Designed specifically for air disc brakes, Marathon's DiscStar disc pads were created to handle the extreme conditions of transit bus and coach applications. Formulated using Marathon's service ceramic expertise, DiscStar disc pads provide dependable stopping power, a long pad and rotor life, and noise reduction. 17

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March Networks The Pinnacle Bldg., 500-3455 Peachtree Rd., NE Atlanta, GA 30326 USA 800-563-5564 Email: sales@marchnetworks.com Website: www.marchnetworks.com Products: Transit hybrid video recorders; mobile IP video cameras; video management software with wireless video downloading and CAD/AVL integration. 17

MGM Brakes 8530 Cliff Cameron Dr. Charlotte, NC 28269 USA 704-547-7411 Email: mail@mgmbrakes.com Website: www.mgmbrakes.com Products: For over 50 years, MGM Brakes has been providing air brake actuators to the commercial vehicle market, with the addition of MGMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advanced Electronic Brake Monitoring Systems (e.STROKE) for drum and air disc brake applications. 14

Matthews Specialty Vehicles 4007 Cessna Dr. Greensboro, NC 27409 USA 336-297-9600 Email: information@msvehicles.com Website: www.msvehicles.com Products: Matthews Specialty Vehicles has been a

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Products: Midway has designed the Pinnacle Bus to accommodate all passengers. The Pinnacle Bus is designed to transport riders economically and in an environmentally-friendly manner. Offers passengers comfort, security, and panoramic views at a reasonable cost.

Engineered to accommodate up to 17 passengers and able to comfortably transport physical-challenged riders, the bus has extra wide entry doors and a steel case construction. Structurally sound (Altoona tested) with a Mercedes diesel engine and an average 20 mpg. Offers seating and luggage rack options. Other models and OEM chassis are available. 17

tion is used by agencies to manage trips and fares for transportation programs throughout the country. 16 ___________MOBILITYTRANS__________

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See Ad On Page 13 42000 Koppernick Ste A-3 Canton, MI 48187 USA 800-496-4280 Email: info@mobilitytrans.com Website: www.mobilitytrans.com Products: Commercial passenger and paratransit vehicle convertor. The company builds and supplies paratransit, hotel/airport shuttle, executive transport and prisoner transport vans and small buses. 17

See Ad On Page 25 1940 W. Stewart St. Owosso, MI 48867 USA 989-723-5241 Website: www.midwestbus.com Products: Remanufacturer of transit buses, sale of aftermarket parts, sales and leasing of transit buses, and sale of Byk-Rak bike racks. Field service projects and repower projects are also available. 16

Mohawk Lifts P.O. Box 110, 65 Vrooman Ave. Amsterdam, NY 12010 USA 800-833-2006 Email: info@mohawklifts.com Website: www.mohawklifts.com Products: Mohawk Lifts offers environmentally safe, above ground lifts ranging from 7,000 to 240,000 pound capacities, including two post, four post, mobile column and parallelogram lifts as well as many lift accessories. 16

_______MILE-X EQUIPMENT, INC.______

See Ad On Page 46 801 North 2nd St. Coldwater, OH 45828 USA 800-837-3818, 419-678-3818 Email: sales@mile-x.com Website: www.mile-x.com Products: Mile-X Equipment, Inc. has been doing business since 1979. It’s a distributor for automotive, bus, and truck tools and equipment. The company offers lifts, vises, floor jacks, tire changers, jack stands, auto dollies, grinders, motorcycle lifts, shop presses, metal and woodworking tools, engine stands, wheel balancers, filter crushers, air compressors and diagnostic tools. There are over 5,200 items listed on the company website, with the capability of getting thousands more. 14 MJM Innovations 6300 Blair Hill Ln., Suite 301 Baltimore, MD 21209 USA 866-664-1277 Email: info@mjminnovations.com Website: www.mjminnovations.com Products: MJM Innovations was established in 1998 to provide technology solutions and management services to transit and senior agencies.

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Monochem (Worldwide Monochem) 1713 Hur Industrial Blvd.

Cedar Park, TX 78613 USA 512-267-5190 Website: www.worldwidemonochem.com Products: Chemicals for cleaning bus interiors, odor control, toilets; upholstery cleaning; and sanitation equipment and supplies. 14 _____MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES_____

bus and motorcoach manufacturer in North America. MCI designs and builds high-quality, fuel-efficient, low-cost-of-ownership models, including the number one J4500 and D-Series models, and distributes the German-engineered Setra S 417 and Setra S 407 and Setra parts in the U.S. and Canada. The MCI®J4500 coach has been the industry best-selling model for 11 consecutive years, while MCI’s D-Series, including its Commuter Coach, is the best-selling line of coaches in industry history. MCI Service Parts supplies parts for MCI and Setra models and most other coach and transit bus brands, including OEM parts and its value-priced CoachGuard label. The company offers 24-hour technical support, along with technician training, and operates service centers capable of heavy-duty repair in Des Plaines, IL; Los Alamitos, CA; Blackwood, NJ; Dallas, TX; Winter Garden, FL; and Montreal, Canada. MCI will open a San Francisco Bay Area MCI Sales and Service facility at 4120 Point Eden Way, Hayward, CA, in October 2017. 17 Motorcoach Manager, Inc. 3517 Marconi Ave., Suite 207 Sacramento, CA 95821 USA 916-972-1800 Email: info@motorcoachmanager.com Website: www.motorcoachmanager.com Company Officer: Shirley Campbell, President Products: Innovative, flexible software which provides a complete, cost-effective system for managing charter orders; scheduling and dispatching; group, retail, and sightseeing tours; shuttles; scheduled line runs; school buses; and vehicle maintenance. The four modules, which may be purchased in any combination, are Charters, Tours, Maintenance, and Shuttles. The application is the result of years of collaboration between the MM staff and hundreds of clients and prospects. Ideas for features are incorporated throughout to make managing charters and tours as easy as possible. The software can be tailored to each operation. 15 ___MOTOR COACH TIRE SALES, LLC___

See Ad On Page 2 200 E. Oakton St. Des Plaines, IL 60018 USA 866-MCI-COACH Email: marketing@mcicoach.com Website: www.mcicoach.com Company Officers: Ian Smart, President; Patrick Scully, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing; Brian Dewsnup, President Aftermarket Business; David White, Executive Vice President of Supply Management; Patricia Ziska, Vice President of New Coach Sales; Mitch Guralnick, Vice President of Pre-Owned Coaches Products: Motor Coach Industries, MCI, is a subsidiary of New Flyer Industries Inc., the largest

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See Ad On Page 12 1133 4th St. Columbus, GA 31901 USA 678-463-4110 Website: www.motorcoachtiresales.com Products: Motor Coach Tire Sales, LLC, was created to provide tires for the motorcoach and tour bus industries. The company partners with Toyo Tires. 14 National Bus Sales, Inc. 8649 S. Regency Dr. Tulsa, OK 74131 USA 800-475-1439, 918-224-1049 Website: www.nationalbus.com Products: National Bus Sales offers sales, leasing, rental, financing, service and parts. The

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company has been providing new, used, and refurbished school and shuttle buses, as well as motorcoaches, for almost 25 years. 13 _______NATIONAL INTERSTATE________ ________INSURANCE COMPANY________

3250 Interstate Dr. Richfield, OH 44286 USA 800-929-1500 Email: passenger.transportation@natl.com Website: www.natl.com Products: National Interstate, a provider of insurance and risk transfer solutions to the passenger transportation industry, can tailor a program built around a customer’s business. The company offers coverages to fit specific needs including: traditional first-dollar coverage, small and large deductible programs, self-insured retentions, workers’ compensation, physical damage, cyber liability, and alternative risk transfer, or captive programs, for those seeking an innovative solution to risk management. A.M. Best consistently rates National Interstate’s financial stability as A (Excellent). Contact Michelle Wiltgen at 800-929-1500 x 1213 for more information. 17 New Flyer Industries Inc. Headquarters/Winnipeg Facility 711 Kernaghan Ave.

Winnipeg, MB R2C 3T4 CANADA 204-224-1251 Website: www.newflyer.com Products: North American transit bus and motorcoach manufacturer and parts distributor.

17 Niagara Bus Wash 6441 Kister Rd. Niagara Falls, ON L2G 0B8 CANADA 905-357-3587 Email: niagarabuswash@yahoo.ca Website: www.niagarabuswash.com Products: Interior swept and mop, exterior clean, lavatory service, minor repairs, and wipers and lights. 17 _________NORSE SYSTEMS, INC.________

See Ad On Page 49 245 Sage Hollow Rd. Guilford, CT 06437 USA 800-769-8468 Email: norse@norsesys.com Website: www.norsesys.com Company Officers: Leif E. Petterson, CSPPresident; David Hopper, Senior Partner Products: Norse Systems, Inc. provides a complete set of integrated products for managing bus transportation. Norse has been providing solu-

tions for the bus industry for over 32 years. The comprehensive software product set is combined with private “cloud” based virtual servers and professional support to provide a complete solution for bus operators. The solutions from Norse are designed to run on the existing computer infrastructure, so there is minimal or no capital cost. Low monthly fees, with no long term contract, keep costs and risks low.

Applications include: Charter/field trip sales and operations, dispatching, driver qualifications, human resources, employee time and pay, transit line runs, day trip/commuter/airport shuttle and tour systems, accident management, equipment maintenance, warrantee tracking and recovery, fuel control, fuel tax reporting, trip bidding, school bus routing with automated map interfaces, multi-site inventory control, purchasing, home to school operations, accounts receivable, general ledger, accounts payable, and more.

The Norse applications are provided with the “Screen Driver,” The Enterprise IT environment for developers and users. The system includes user security, system administration, custom reporting, and application development and management tools. Demonstrations and sales presentations are available at no cost. 17 Nova Bus 260 Banker Rd. Plattsburgh, NY 12901 USA 518-566-6682 Email: novabus.sales@volvo.com Website: www.novabus.com Products: Nova Bus strives to design public transit buses that meet different needs. Its

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P.A. Post Agency, LLC One International Blvd., Suite 405 Mahwah, NJ 07495 USA 201-252-3010 Website: www.papost.com Products: Transportation insurance. 16 ____________PACCAR PARTS____________

__ONSPOT AUTOMATIC TIRE CHAINS__

See Ad On Page 43 1075 Rodgers Park Dr., P.O. Box 1077 North Vernon, IN 47265 USA 800-766-7768, 812-346-1719 Email: onspot@onspot.com Website: www.onspot.com Company Officer: Eric M. Jones, Vice President of Sales & Marketing Products: Onspot Automatic Tire Chains allow the operator to engage and disengage tire chains at the flip of a dashboard switch, without stopping, to enhance traction and reduce braking distance on snow and ice in forward or reverse.

Onspots are available as a factory option from over 200 builders, or for retrofit of existing vehicles from 1/2 ton to Class 8 tractor trailers. 17

P.O. Box 292851 Nashville, TN 37229-2851 USA 615-504-6275 Email: info@onyourmarktransportation.com Website: www.onyourmarktransportation.com Products: A consulting service to the ground transportation industry, bringing resources to all areas of ground transportation, including limousine, school bus, transit and motorcoach.

Services include, but are not limited to: financial analysis; event transportation planning and logistics; marketing, including websites, social media, trade show representation and sales training; surveys, including employee, ridership or customer surveys; human resources, including recruiting, hiring, training and company specific policy handbooks and procedures; grant writing; 5311(f) programs; DOT and DOD safety system audits; research; and school bus planning and implementation. 15

See Ad On Page 21 750 Houser Way North Renton, WA 98057 USA 425-254-4139 Email: Hannah.Kook@paccar.com Website: www.paccarparts.com, www.trpparts.com Products: TRP parts for trucks, trailers and buses are distributed exclusively by PACCAR Parts, a division of PACCAR, Inc., and are available globally through authorized retailers that include TRP Stores as well as DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt dealerships. Supported by a worldwide network of parts and service professionals, TRP also offers aftermarket products. PACCAR Parts operates a network of parts distribution centers that offer aftermarket parts sales support

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to DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt dealerships and TRP Stores around the world. PACCAR Parts also distributes TRP parts for all makes of trucks, trailers, buses and engines. 17 ______PETRO STOPPING CENTERS_____

Plymovent Corp.

5 Corporate Dr. Cranbury, NJ 08512 USA 800-644-0911 Email: info.usa@plymovent.com Website: www.plymovent.com Products: Vehicle exhaust extraction systems.

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See Ad On Page 53 I-39 & Hwy. 38, Exit #99 900 Petro Dr. Rochelle, IL 61068 USA 815-562-3716 Email: petro59@rochelle.net Website: www.ta-petro.com Products: Full service travel plaza offering regular diesel, biodiesel, regular gas, E85 and E15.

RV services include dump station, water, propane, pull-through parking and separate fueling island. Amenities include two restaurants, two stores, clinic, Verizon authorized dealer, game arcade, showers, coin laundry, ATM, fax and copy service, UPS, FedEx and U.S. mail dropboxes. Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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Sainte-Claire, Quebec G0R 2V0 CANADA 418-883-3391 Email: prevostcar@volvo.com Website: www.prevostcar.com Company Officers: Francois Tremblay, President; Clay Flynt, Vice President of Parts and Service; and Jack Forbes, Vice President, North American Sales Products: North American manufacturer of passenger coaches as well as conversion coaches for high-end motorhomes and specialty conversions.

The Prevost H-Series provides tall, high-deck coaches with panoramic views and under-floor storage capacity of 470 cubic feet. The Prevost X-Series offers low overall height for the premi-

Prevost Parts Email: prevostparts@volvo.com Website: www.prevostcar.com Online Parts Ordering: www.prevostcar.com/content/online-partsordering Prevost U.S. Parts Customer Service Center 2200 Point Blvd., Suite 100 Elgin, IL 60123 USA Toll Free: 1-800-799-9938 Admin., 1-800-6215519 Coach, 1-877-999-8808 Transit Phone: 1-847-844-7680 Prevost Canadian Parts Customer Service Center 2955-A, Watt Ave., Quebec, Quebec G1X 3W1 Toll Free: 1-800-463-8876 Phone: 1-418-654-0174, 1-418-653-0948 Products: Prevost offers 24/7 emergency parts ordering and shipping, and 24/7 online parts ordering with a special discount. Prevost parts warehouses use RF barcode technology for quick shipment of parts, and offers same-day shipping of stock parts anywhere in the United States and

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Prevostâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s computerized parts catalog provides immediate access to all coach assemblies, subassemblies and components. Prevost Parts provides replacement parts for all makes and models of coaches and transit buses, and is the exclusive distributor of Prevost, Volvo Bus and Nova Bus certified parts and components. The Prevost Parts and Service Network consists of 11 Prevost Parts and Service Centers, 45 mobile service vans, and more than 150 Prevost-trained and certified service providers. The service network is the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exclusive provider of certified service for Prevost vehicles, Volvo engines and Volvo I-Shift transmissions. The service providers are strategically located throughout Canada and the United States and offer service for every make and model of coach, motorhome and bus. 17

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______________PROAIR, LLC____________ See Ad On Page 70 822 Kumho Dr. Fairlawn, OH 44333 USA 330-668-7694 Email: kbell@profusionindustries.com Website: www.profusionindustries.com Products: U.S. manufacturer of heavy-duty flooring and entry step components. Supplier to original equipment manufacturers. Offers full line of rubber-type marbled rib and smooth

2900 County Rd. 6 W Elkhart, IN 46514 USA 574-264-5494 Website: www.proairllc.com Products: Manufactures air conditioning, heating and defrost systems for all types of buses and shuttle vehicles. Specializes in climate

flooring products, and slip resistant Europeantype flooring products for shuttle and transit products. Flooring is available as a prewelded assembly for a complete bus floor, in all rib, all smooth, or with a rib center aisle. Standard width rolls are also available for pieced installation.

Widths range from 79 to 114 inches. ProFusion also offers entry treads, nosings, and standee lines, including replacement parts for all shuttle and transit brands. Proprietary processes provide for short lead times. 17 Protective Insurance Company 111 Congressional Blvd., Suite 500 Carmel, IN 46032 USA 800-644-5501 Website: www.protectiveinsurance.com Products: Protective Insurance Company, A+ rated by A.M. Best, specializes in providing insurance for the transportation industry. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licensed in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and all Canadian provinces to provide comprehensive insurance programs (including, but not limited to, auto liability and workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; compensation options) for motorcoach operations and limousine services. 16 Qâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Straint/Sure-Lok 5553 Ravenswood Rd., Ste. 110 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 USA Email: info@sure-lok.com

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See Ad On Page 26 10 Lancaster St. - Box 215 Cherry Valley, NY 13320 USA 800-448-7001 Email: manager@rbs2000.com Website: www.rbs2000.com Products: RBS, Inc. designs, implements and supports Tour and Charter Management systems with more than 500 customers in North America.

Products include: GoTour Management System, a browserbased system, manages tour reservations, itineraries, receivables and payables, produces customer documents and management reports for group and retail tours. The RBS cloud-based system is hosted and backed up in the cloud using AWS (Amazon Web Services). RBS is now distributing GoTourV4, which includes “Type-to-Find” searches, pdf reports. Also available is GoPay, RBS’s highly secure online credit card authorization feature; GoChart Charter Management System features customer and contract management, sched-

ule and dispatch, and accounts receivable.

Modules allow system customization to fit a company’s needs and size. Powerful, user definable security requiring unique login and password is available; Offsite Backup and Recovery provides daily offsite data backup and features limited online access to a customer’s data in the event of a disaster; Web Manager modules include simple, reliable, real time credit card authorization for GoChart and GoTour; online quote generation and notification; and web access to drivers’ orders for GoChart. Demos for GoTour and GoChart are available by appointment. 17 Resorts Casino Hotel 1133 Boardwalk Atlantic City, NJ 08401 USA 800-772-9000 Website: www.resortsac.com Products: Casino, hotel and restaurants, including the Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville entertainment complex. 17

RLI Transportation 9025 N. Lindbergh Dr. Peoria, IL 61615 USA 800-331-4929 Website: www.rlicorp.com Products: Insurance for the bus and motorcoach industries. 17

REV Group 1441 Brickell Ave., Suite 1007 Miami, FL 33131 USA 786-464-8986 Website: www.revgroup.com Products: REV (NYSE: REVG) is a designer, manufacturer and distributor of specialty vehi-

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designed to improve technician productivity and fleet uptime. 17 RouteMatch Software 1201 W. Peachtree St., NW, Ste. 3300 Atlanta, GA 30309 USA 404-876-5160 Email: sales@routematch.com Website: www.routematch.com Products: Software systems for schedule and route optimization, reporting and compliance. 14 RRL Insurance Agency 4450 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Suite 115 Melbourne, FL 32934 USA 800-333-7754 Website: www.rrl-ins.com Products: Public livery insurance for the following: airport and employee shuttle, charter bus, limousine, luxury sedan, motorcoach, park and fly, school bus, social service, taxi, trolley, garage, valet parking, car rental and more. RRL insurance specializes in providing commercial insurance and risk management services to those in the public livery industry. 15 ____________RUD-CHAIN, INC.__________ 840 N. 20th Ave. Hiawatha, IA 52233 USA 800-553-7993 Email: sales@rudchain.com Website: www.rotogrip.us

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Products: RUD is a leading manufacturer of traction devices and a solution based company committed to providing traction solutions for the safe operation of motor vehicles under slick, icy and snowy road conditions. ROTOGRIP® CS, RUD’s Automatic Tire Chain System for low profile vehicles, permanently mounts to the vehicle suspension assuring that any operator is well equipped for all road conditions.

The ROTOGRIP® CS system allows the vehicle to remain in transit in otherwise slick conditions and up to speeds of 30 MPH, keeping both the passengers and the driver safe, and bus fleets on schedule. Once activated, the chain is spread underneath the vehicle’s tires, giving the

See Ad On Page 43 5304 Valleypark Dr. Roanoke, VA 24015 USA 540-362-9636 Email: aguardipee@safetystep.net Website: www.safetystep.net Company Officers: Paul Huffman, President; Anna Guardipee, Vice President Products: All transportation Safety Steps are designed with commitment to safety and quality.

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Sardo Bus & Coach Upholstery 503 S. Main Ave. Minneola, FL 34715 USA 800-654-3824 Email: sandy@sardobus.com Website: www.sardobus.com Company Officers: Lou Sardo, President; Sandy Follis, President of Sales; Kathy Cruse, National Sales Manager Products: Upholstery refurbishment; flooring replacement/repair; seating needs; interior refurbishment and detailing. 17 Saucon Technologies 2455 Baglyos Circle Bethlehem, PA 18020 USA 484-241-2514 Website: www.saucontds.com Products: GPS tracking, reporting options and dispatch tools for various types of transportation providers. 16

800-444-0205 Website: www.serviceins.com Products: Service Insurance Agency, Inc. has been providing insurance and related products to the passenger transportation industry since 1952. Its professional staff is trained to provide the highest quality customer service and offers solutions for the unique insurance needs of its passenger transportation customers. An independent company, Service Insurance writes insurance for motorcoaches, limousines, vanpools, city transit buses, airport shuttles and school buses. 07 Shriver-Capacity Insurance Agency, LLC One Oakbrook Terrace, Ste. 209 Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 USA 630-833-0480 Website: www.shriverinsurance.com Products: Family owned agency since 1963.

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Specialty Vehicles (SVI, Inc.) 440 Mark Leany Dr. Henderson, NV 89011 USA 800-SVI-TRAM Website: www.specialtyvehicles.com Products: New and used trolleys, trams, electric shuttles, and other types of people movers. 16 Starcraft Bus 2367 Century Dr., Goshen, IN 46528 USA 800-348-7440 Website: www.starcraftbus.com Products: Starcraft Bus is a North American shuttle bus manufacturer. Services markets including hotels, churches, retirement centers, tour operators, and all aspects of public and private transportation. 15 ___________STERTIL-KONI_____________

___________SCALABROS S.R.L.__________

Via Caduti di Sabbiuno 83/C -Loc. Bazzano Valsamoggia, BO 40053 ITALY +39 051 832587 Email: info@scalabros.it Website: www.scalabros.it Products: Bus components including manual and motorized sunshades, escape roof hatches and floorservice hatches. 17 __SERVICE INSURANCE AGENCY, LLC__

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SLEC, Inc. 23 Fontana Ln., Suite 109 Baltimore, MD 21237 USA 443-730-1023 Email: slec@slec.com Website: www.slec.com Products: SLEC is American owned, and manufactures in the United States. Its new lift, designated the 18Type is robust, reliable and innovative. Over the past 10 years, it has developed an active market for factory rebuilt lifts. 16 Sonny Merryman Inc. 5120 Wards Rd. Evington, VA 24550 USA 434-821-1000 Email: sales@sonnymerryman.com Website: www.sonnymerryman.com Products: Representing Abilitrax, ENC, El Dorado, Diamond Coach, Berkshire Coach, ARBOC, Braun, Elkhart Coach, Starcraft, Startrans, and TransitWorks. 17

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200 Log Canoe Circle Stevensville, MD 21666 USA 800-336-6637, 410-643-9001 Email: lifts@stertil-koni.com Website: www.stertil-koni.com Company Officer: Dr. Jean DellAmore, President Products: In business for more than 50 years, delivering high-precision, quality, safe and durable lifting systems. Supplier to companies and transit agencies, municipalities, state agencies, the U.S. military, school districts, ports and more. Serving the North American market via a network of trained distributors who provide global reach with local expertise. Suited for all bus types, including transit, paratransit, coach, tour and school. Product range includes mobile column lifts, platform lifts, in-ground lifts, 2-post and 4-post lifts.

The in-ground telescopic piston DIAMOND LIFT is electronically synchronized for safety and convenience and has a capacity of up to 105,000 lbs. in three-piston configuration. The in-ground scissor ECOLIFT provides universal access to all sub-components including brakes and wheels, has an ultra-shallow designâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;recommended for high ground water or bedrock and is relocatable. The platform SKYLIFT, with a lifting capacity between 62,400 and 78,000 lbs., is a clear floor lift with no crossbeams or obstructions between the lifting legs or runways. The 4-post lift offers the safety of a platform lift and a lift capacity ranging from 30,000 lbs. up to 132,000 lbs. Mobile column lifts are shipped as standard with a fullcolor, high-resolution and 7â&#x20AC;? touch screen control panel. Portable lifts can be used indoors or outside and have lifting capacities from 14,000 lbs. to 40,000 lbs. per column. 17

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cles as well as for refurbishment and LED upgrading projects. It offers lighting solutions that are integrated with the other decor of the vehicle and provide sufficient and pleasant lighting. 17 ____TEMSA USA/CH BUS SALES, LLC___

See Ad On Page 18 180 Route 17 South Lodi, NJ 07644 USA 201-489-5800 Website: www.atlanticdda.com Products: Atlantic Detroit Diesel - Allison - A Stewart & Stevenson Company, is engaged in the sale and servicing of Detroit Diesel, Mercedes-Benz, and alternative fuel engines; and Allison transmissions and related components, parts and accessories, for equipment serving various on- and off-highway markets. This includes medium and heavy-duty trucks, buses, and fire and emergency vehicles. 16 ________SUTRAK CORPORATION_______

See Ad On Page 32 6899 East 49th Ave. Commerce City, CO 80022 USA 303-287-2700 Website: www.sutrakusa.com Products: ISO 9001 Certified. Heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems for light rail vehicles, people movers and buses, including school buses. 10 Sys2K 528 Northlake Blvd., Ste. 1000 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 USA 407-358-2000 Email: marketing@sys2k.com Website: www.sys2k.com Products: Sys2K's Infinity Business Management Software is a Windows-based business solution. Selected by an international General Motors team for implementation at GMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chinese parts and service outlets. Daimler Corporation uses Sys2K for its North American Setra tour bus plant. 15

See Ad On Page 7 1645 Lyndale Ave., North, Suite 102 Faribault, MN 55021 USA 507-331-7911 Email: info@chbussales.com Website: www.chbussales.com Company Officers: Duane Geiger, President & CEO; Tim Guldin, Vice President of Sales & Service Southeast; Tony Mongiovi, Vice President of Sales & Service Northeast; Tim Vaught, Vice President of Sales, Service & Product Development South Products: Exclusive distributor of Temsa motorcoaches in North America, offering the TS30, TS35E, and TS45 Temsa products. Temsa uses high quality production standards stressing customer satisfaction. The Temsa TS30 and TS35E coaches are fully integral mid-size coaches that provide the same comfort ride and drive as a fullsize coach but are more appropriate for smaller groups. The TS45 full-sized coach, recently updated in 2017, has top safety features as standard options. All of the U.S. Temsa coaches are constructed from stainless steel for extra durability and safety, and are tested to ensure the high-

est standards. Equipped with a Cummins/Allison driveline, Temsa models provide raw power and optimum serviceability.

In addition to these Temsa products, CH Bus Sales is focused on superb after-sales service and support through parts availability, warranty support, technical assistance, driver training, and repair services. In order to provide increased support to customers throughout the United States, CH Bus currently has four full-service facilities, in addition to a nationwide network of Authorized Service Providers. CH Busâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fullservice locations can be found in Orlando, FL; Fort Worth, TX; Burlingame, CA; and Pine Brook, NJ. 17 TextSpeak 1 Compo Rd. Westport, CT 06880 USA 203-803-1069 Email: esales@textspeak.com Website: www.textspeak.com Products: Text-to-speech audio announcements, passenger information systems, paging and emergency notification, ADA compliance. 17 Thermo King Corp.

314 W. 90th St. Minneapolis, MN 55420 USA 253-686-4284 Website: www.thermoking.com Products: Bus/motorcoach air conditioning and heating parts and systems. 14 ________TIB - TRANSPORTATION_______ _________INSURANCE BROKERS________

425 W. Broadway, Suite 400 Glendale, CA 91204 800-248-2877 Email: jmcanany@tibinsurance.com

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120 Wampus Ln. Milford, CT 06460 USA 203-878-8567 Website: www.teknoware.com/en/vehicle-lighting Products: Outstanding lighting design for public transport vehicles. Teknoware provides high quality lights and lighting systems for new vehi-

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Website: www.tibinsurance.com Company Officer: Jeff McAnany, Vice Pres ident of Sales Products: A brokerage firm dedicated to the transportation industry, offering auto and general liability, physical damage, workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; compensation and bonds. Specializing in, and committed to the transportation industry. Offices from Los Angeles to New York. Focusing only on the transportation marketplace. 16 _____TRANS/AIR MANUFACTURING____

480 East Locust St. Dallastown, PA 17313 USA 717-246-2627 Website: www.transairmfg.com Products: Trans/Air Manufacturing is an ISO 9001 registered firm, manufacturing a full line of climate control systems for the school, commercial and electric/hybrid vehicle markets. Units, parts, service, training, warranty and new or aftermarket installations are available through factory-owned operations or a network of distributors throughout North America. 17 Transign LLC 3777 Airport Rd. Waterford, MI 48329 USA 248-623-6400, 855-535-7446 Email: info@transignllc.com Website: www.transignllc.com Products: Provider of LED destination signs, run number boxes, roller curtain signs and passenger information systems since 1959. Serves clients in the United States and Canada. Transign is a WBE Certified company, and meets Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Products are manufactured in Waterford, MI, USA and are Buy America compliant. 16 _TRANSIT & PARATRANSIT COMPANY_ _______________(TAPTCO)______________

See Ad On Page 41 5601 Hudson Dr. Hudson, OH 44236 USA 630-235-4457 Website: www.taptco.com Products: Training programs for transit and paratransit bus drivers. 14 Transit Sales International 1863 Service Ct. Riverside, CA 92507 USA 951-682-2557 Email: sales@transitsales.com Website: www.transitsales.com Products: Provides quality, used transit buses to customers in the United States, Canada, Mexico and beyond. 14

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__________TURTLE TOP INC.___________

See Ad On Page 38 4199 Kinross Lakes Parkway, Suite 300 Richfield, OH 44314 USA 855-337-9543 Website: www.transit-works.com Products: A manufacturer of commercial shuttles, transporters and mobility vans. The company has been the exclusive builder of MobilityWorks Commercial vehicles for over a decade. The company has manufacturing facilities in Ohio and Kansas. 16

See Ad On Page XX 67819 State Road 15 New Paris, IN 46553 USA 800-296-2105 Website: www.turtletop.com Products: The Turtle Top family of buses feature sophisticated styling and offer luxurious travel amenities for the mid-size coach market segment. 17

Translite Enterprises - Bus Glass Distributors 107 Trumbull St., K Bldg.

Elizabeth, NJ 07206 USA 800-934-3450 Email: info@transliteent.com Website: www.translitebusglass.com Products: Windshields and side glass for coach, school bus and transit. 17

United Motorcoach Association (UMA) 113 S. West St., 4th floor Alexandria, VA 22314 USA 800-424-8262 Email: info@uma.org Website: www.uma.org Products: UMA is an association of motorcoach owners and industry suppliers, with over 1,000 members located in North America. 16

____________TRIMARK CORP.__________ _____UNITED STATES WARRANTY______ ________CORPORATION (USWC)________

500 Bailey Ave. New Hampton, IA 50659 USA 641-394-3188 Email: tips@trimarkcorp.com Website: www.trimarkcorp.com Products: TriMark is an employee-owned company in the design and manufacture of hardware products for the bus/motorcoach, recreational vehicle, agricultural, truck, construction, and industrial enclosure markets. It offers a wide range of door and compartment handles, rotary and slam latches, locking systems, ignition locks, hinges, linkages and electronics including power lock actuators and keyless entry and related components.

The TriMark corporate headquarters are located in New Hampton, IA. TriMark serves the China market through TriMark Xuzhou, and the European market through its subsidiary, TriMark Europe Ltd. TriMark Europe also manufactures and sells the West Alloy range of products including locks, hinges, window stays and associated fittings for industrial and leisure vehicles. 16 Turbo Images 1225 107 E. Rue Saint Georges, QC G5Y 8C3 CANADA 888-219-8872 Website: www.turbo-images.com Products: Fleet design and graphics. The company provides creative design services, leading edge digital printing, bus wraps, onsite installation across North America, installation at the factory prior to delivery, removal services, and an after-sales online parts reordering system. 16

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Cleveland, OH 44124 USA 800-233-9878 Email: cgoebel@uswceagle.com Website: www.uswceagle.com Products: USWC provides commercial warranty service contracts for new and used buses, vans, mini-vans, cut-a-way, transit and para-transit buses and more. In business since 1975. 17 USSC Group 150 Gordon Dr. Exton, PA 19341 USA 866-312-6820 Website: www.usscgroup.com Products: USSC designs and engineers seating for many types of vehicles. This includes durable and ergonomically-designed seats to reduce dayto-day driver fatigue and stress. 13

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See Ad On Page 5 Bernard Van Hoolstraat 58 Lier (Koningshooikt) 2500 BELGIUM 00-32-3-420-21-94 Email: sales.bc.usa@vanhool.be Website: www.vanhool.be Products: Van Hool is an independent Belgian manufacturer of buses, coaches and utility vehicles. 17 _____________VANNER, INC.____________

See Ads On Pages 17, 39 4282 Reynolds Dr. Hilliard, OH 43026 USA 800-ACP-OWER (800-227-6937) Website: www.vanner.com Products: Hybrid Beltless Alternators™ (HBA) are high efficiency DC to DC converters for Allison H40/50EP Hybrids. Eliminates alternators and associated components. Enough capacity to power variable speed electric radiator fans while running cool and efficiently. Also, VANNBUS Electrical Systems transmit accurate information about the 12/24v vehicle batteries with analysis and monitoring 24/7 with state of health, over and under voltage, battery imbalance and temperature, J1939 communication with MUX and telemetry systems. Enables stateof-charge management lengthening battery life.

Also can work in a closed-loop manner with the Hybrid Beltless Alternator™.

Vanner also offers battery equalizers for MBBM battery monitoring. StartSentry Ultracapacitors also provide short bursts of energy and eliminate jumpstarting, reduce operational cost and downtime, reduce damaging drain on 12/24v vehicle batteries, and will start a vehicle with a dead battery. Vanner inverters and AC Power systems can power 110v AC outlets at passengers’ seats in buses and coaches. Battery chargers provide high performance 3-stage battery charging for 24v DC battery banks for buses and coaches. 11 _____VAPOR BUS INTERNATIONAL ____ ________- A WABTEC COMPANY________

1010 Johnson Dr. Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 USA 847-777-6400 Email: vaporbusinfo@wabtec.com Website: www.vapordoors.com Products: Door equipment supplier to the North American bus industry, offering products for transit and commuter buses, intercity and motorcoaches, shuttle and commercial vehicles. Offers complete automatic door systems as well as indi-

vidual components such as actuator devices, door controls, door panels, seals, and door accessories. Rugged, high performance actuators available in electric or pneumatic configurations.

Door control options range from simple electromechanical devices to high-capability, microprocessor-based systems. 15 Vehicle Inspection Systems, Inc. (VIS) 6317 McCoy Rd., Suite 110 Orlando, FL 32822 USA 407-206-3615 Email: info@vischeck.net Website: www.vischeck.net Products: The manufacturer and distributor of the VIS-Polish, VIS-Shine, and Squirrel wheel safety device. VIS has been serving the heavyduty vehicle, truck, and bus industry since 1994.

16 Voith Turbo 25 Winship Rd. York, PA 17406 USA 717-767-3200 Email: robert.wiss@voith.com Website: www.voith.com Products: Voith’s DIWA.6 automatic transmission is lowering fuel consumption, while bringing optimum performance through state-of-theart technology. 17 Volvo Group North America 7900 National Service Rd. Greensboro, NC 27409 USA 336-393-2000 Website: www.volvogroup.com Products: A global manufacturer of buses, trucks, construction equipment and drive systems. 16 WEH Technologies Inc. 24903 Laguna Edge Dr. Katy, TX 77494 USA 832-331-0021 Website: www.weh.us Products: WEH offers an extensive range of CNG refueling products. For dispensers, this includes nozzles, breakaways, hoses and filters.

For vehicles, this includes receptacles and check valves. 16 Welch Industries 650 Red Oak Rd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 USA 770-474-1150 Email: wanda@welchindustries.com Website: www.welchindustries.com Products: Compressors, condenser coils, hoses, expansion valves, and other air conditioning parts. 17

Wheeler Bros., Inc. 384 Drum Ave. Somerset, PA 15501 USA 800-842-7285 Email: info@wheelerfleet.com Website: www.wheelerfleet.com Products: Brake components, body/lighting, filters, starters, alternators, mirrors, belts/tensioners, wiper components, exhaust, batteries, fluids/chemicals. 17 __________WILLINGHAM INC.__________

See Ad On Page 30 20008 244th Ave. S.E. Maple Valley, WA 98038 USA 425-432-9867 Website: www.willinghaminc.com Products: Seatcovers, complete interiors, floors, step tread kits, parcel rack door and bay door pistons, foam rubber replacement kits, net pockets, cup holders, grab handles and accessories. Seat parts for all models. 12 World Trans 415 W. 6th St. South Hutchinson, KS 67505 USA 620-662-9000 Website: www.worldtransbus.com Products: A subsidiary of REV Group.

Manufactures buses on the Ford Transit, E-450 and GM chassis. The World Trans 22T and 24T narrow body maneuvers easily. Front-end visibility improves safety for drivers and up to 18 passengers. 16 ______________XALT LLC_______________

2700 S. Saginaw Rd. Midland, MI 48640 USA 989-486-8501 Email: powerup@xaltenergy.com Website: www.xaltenergy.com Products: Leveraging proven lithium ion chemistry, XALT Energy is a leader in the development of lighter, smaller and more powerful energy solutions for commercial fleets. It unites scalable large-format cell technology with manufacturing expertise, commercial market knowledge and a range of strategic partners. The company’s goal is to help fuel customer innovations in commercial transportation and other industries. 17

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Suppliers 2018 Company Profile

A Directory of Manufacturers and Suppliers to the Motorcoach, Transit, Specialty Vehicle & Para-Transit Industries

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Deadline: Friday, June 15, 2018

Mail to: Busline Magazine, 204 E. Main, P.O. Box 130, Arcola, IL 61910 - USA Email rankinmag@consolidated.net • Phone 800-598-8083 (US) • 217-268-4959 • FAX 217-268-4815

The following form will be used to compile a company profile to be included in Suppliers 2018, published in the July/August 2018 issue of Busline Magazine. Suppliers 2018 is an international suppliers directory that will be read all year long by motorcoach, transit, specialty vehicle and para-transit companies.

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Forest River Announces Acquisition Of Turtle Top According to a press release, “Forest River, Inc., a manufacturer of recreational vehicles, pontoon boats, cargo trailers and buses has acquired certain assets of Turtle Top, a bus manufacturer located in New Paris, IN.” Turtle Top designs and manufactures buses and specialty vehicles for the motorcoach industry, as well as numerous state and government agencies. It has dealer locations throughout the United States and Canada.

David Wright, of Forest River said, “We are excited to welcome Turtle Top to the Forest River family. Turtle Top and its dedicated employees have built a history of integrity, quality and innovation and have one of the best reputations in our industry today. We are honored that they have chosen Forest River to continue the tradition that they have dedicated themselves to building for more than 50 years.”

Turtle Top’s current bus models include the Van Terra, VT3, Odyssey, Odyssey XL, Odyssey XLT and MPV. Turtle Top’s specialty division builds vehicles including limousines, bloodmobiles, and prisoner transport units to mobile offices.

For more information about Turtle Top and Forest River, Inc., please visit turtletop.com or forestiverinc.com.

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Odyssey XLT

Odyssey XL

The Odyssey XLT shuttle bus and motorcoach series provides up to 51 passengers with an outstanding travel experience. Built on the Freightliner FM2 chassis, Turtle Top gives added focus toward road stability, passenger comfort, vehicle dependability, quality, and safety.

Customized travel amenities and increased passenger and storage capacity are available for churches, colleges, city and county transportation authorities, assisted living services, cross-country touring companies, excursion companies and many more transportation opportunities.

The Odyssey XL shuttle bus and motorcoach series extends Turtle Top’s most popular shuttle to provide up to 37 passengers with a great ride. These are available on the Ford F550, F650, F750 and Freightliner chassis and provide road stability, passenger comfort, dependability, quality, and safety.

Selecting the Odyssey XL increases passenger capacity for churches, colleges, city and county transportation authorities, assisted living services, cross-country touring companies, excursion companies and many more transportation opportunities.

Turtle Top 67819 State Road 15 New Paris, IN 46553 800-296-2105 Email: matts@turtletop.com Website: www.turtletop.com

ODYSSEY XLT FEATURES • Aerodynamic automotive styling • Clear view windows • Up to 51 passenger capacity – CDL required • Wide interior with double row luxury seating • Flexible floor plans including wheelchair capacity • Meets and exceeds FMVSS regulations • Qualifies for “Buy America” • Steel roll cage with full perimeter steel floor • Body and air conditioning warranty

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ODYSSEY XL FEATURES • Aerodynamic automotive styling • Clear view windows • Up to 37 passenger capacity - CDL required • Wide interior with double row luxury seating • Flexible floor plans including wheelchair capability • Meets and exceeds FMVSS regulations • Qualifies for Buy America and is Altoona tested • Steel roll cage with full perimeter steel floor •Body and air conditioning warranty

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Odyssey

Terra Transit

The Odyssey family of buses provides a first-class travel experience for up to 25 passengers on the Chevrolet and Ford chassis. With innovation, styling, and quality, the Odyssey shuttle bus is the best choice for church, day care, airport shuttle, assisted living, college, sports team and mobile business... just to name a few.

Turtle Top 67819 State Road 15 New Paris, IN 46553 800-296-2105 Email: matts@turtletop.com www.turtletop.com

ODYSSEY FEATURES • High quality Ford E-450 or Chevrolet G-4500 chassis • Aerodynamic automotive styling • Clear view windows • Up to 24 passenger capacity* • Low, wide, enclosed entrance • Flexible floor plans including wheelchair capability • Meets and exceeds FMVSS regulations • Qualifies for Buy America and is Altoona tested • Steel roll cage with full perimeter steel floor • Body and A/C warranty second to none *CDL required

The Terra Transit shuttle bus is an economical complement to Turtle Top's mid-size fleet. This abridged version of the Odyssey also offers seating for up to 25 passengers, and maintains the same safety standards that is known at Turtle Top. Riders find it easy to enter and exit with ample headroom and aisle passage.

With a variety of floor plans, users can meet their needs for storage, seating preferences, and wheelchair accessibility. A full roll cage, quality construction, and 2-year warranty make this an affordable and practical choice for safe, dependable transportation.

Turtle Top 67819 State Road 15 New Paris, IN 46553 800-296-2105 Email: matts@turtletop.com Website: www.turtletop.com

TERRA TRANSIT FEATURES • Up to 25 passenger capacity – CDL required • Low, wide enclosed entrance • Flexible floor plans including wheelchair capability • Meets and exceeds FMVSS regulations • Qualifies for “Buy America” and is Altoona tested • Steel roll cage with full perimeter steel floor • Body and air conditioning warranty

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VT3

Van Terra The Van Terra shuttle bus showcases both strength and versatility. All types of passengers, including senior living agencies, find it easy to enter and exit with ample headroom and aisle passage. It is a great alternative to the standard 15-passenger van.

The Van Terra maneuvers like a van but has the stability of a dual rear wheel bus. Extended rear wheel stance with a full roll cage, quality construction, and sleek styling make this an affordable and practical choice for safe dependable transportation.

Turtle Top 67819 State Road 15 New Paris, IN 46553 800-296-2105 Email: matts@turtletop.com Website: www.turtletop.com

VAN TERRA FEATURES • 15-18 passenger alternative* • Low, wide enclosed entrance • Wide aisle with interior headroom • Wide wheelbase stance for road stability • Flexible floor plans, including wheelchair capability • Meets and exceeds FMVSS regulations •Altoona tested • Steel roll cage with school bus roll-over crush test • CDL license not required in most states** • The most storage in its class

The new VT3, a third generation Van Terra, represents the state-of-the-art future for all the shuttle bus industry. The Turtle Top VT3 is constructed on Ford’s new transit cutaway with gas or diesel options for its power train.

Lightweight materials such as 6360 aluminum (aircraft grade) are used exclusively for the cage structure, which provide superior strength. They also conserve enough weight necessary to remain under 10,350 GVWR for the chassis.

This patented, extruded cage structure sets the standard for the future designs of Turtle Top products.

The aerodynamic exterior and comfortable interior has also been redesigned featuring great driving visability and sophisticated automotive styling. Passenger counts from 1 to 17 can be accomplished within weight requirements. This all translates to a lighter weight vehicle with improved fuel economy that is a pleasure to drive down the road.

Turtle Top 67819 State Road 15, New Paris, IN 46553 • 800-296-2105 • Email: matts@turtletop.com • Website: www.turtletop.com VT3 FEATURES • Ford Transit S8P cutaway chassis • Up to 17 passengers * • Patented, aircraft grade aluminum roll-cage structure for superior strength • Aerodynamic exterior with sophisticated, automotive styling • Under-body lighting at entry locations • Retractable 9-inch ground-to-first-step height with wide entrance • Ultra-quiet insulation package • Exceptional visibility and handling for driver • Upper, scenic passenger windshield and generous side windows standard • Sleek interior with accent trim and optional dim-able lighting • Wide aisle with interior headroom • 10,350 GVWR • CDL license not required in most states **

*Some floorplans include wheelchair/luggage areas that reduce the number of seats. 18 seats is the maximum possible occupancy in this class.

* Some floorplans include luggage areas that reduce the number of seats. The maximum possible occupancy in this class is 17 seats.

**15 and under do not require CDL in most states. 16 passenger and above do require CDL.

** Vehicles with 15 occupants or less do not require CDL in most states. Those with 16 or more do require a CDL.

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Prisoner Transport Vehicle (PTV) Whether moving four prisoners, or 44, Turtle Top has a full range of safe, secure vehicles complete with seating, isolation cells and even guard offices all built onto a rugged, highly maneuverable chassis.

Command Unit Having a plan for emergencies is the best way to stay ahead of any crisis.

With on-board treatment instruments, squad areas, conference rooms, communication centers - even a galley - Turtle Top offers a full range of custombuilt mobile emergency and command vehicles that offer versitility and maneuverability.

Turtle Top 67819 State Road 15 New Paris, IN 46553 800-296-2105 Email: matts@turtletop.com www.turtletop.com COMMAND UNIT FEATURES • Many custom floor plans • Multiple entrances • Completely enclosed step-wells • Custom built cabinetry through out • Attractive interior upholstery, flooring and cabinetry • Tinted windows • Generator power option • Integrated audio/video systems • SMART Screen presentation • Exterior audio/video and work stations • Surveillance camera systems • Sirens • Awnings • Restroom, galley, and work space options

Turtle Top 67819 State Road 15 New Paris, IN 46553 800-296-2105 Email: matts@turtletop.com www.turtletop.com

PTV FEATURES • 15 to 50 prisoner capacity • Curved aerodynamic automotive styling available on all chassis • Completely enclosed step-wells are standard • Aluminum Diamond Plate rear bumper for ease of entry for shackled prisoners • Rubber flooring, can be coved up to wall to facilitate clean out • Separate, secured guard areas • Prisoner security packages - 9 ga. expanded metal components • Fiberglass Citi-Seats for prisoner seating • Guard weapon storage • 31 percent light transmission windows • Integrated audio/video systems • Surveillance camera systems, including back-up camera • Power points for emergency radios • Ground plane and antenna mounting rails • Various emergency lighting systems • Sirens • Restrooms available

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Blue Bird Commercial Group

Blue Bird Commercial Group

CTS-Series CT-Series DLX The new Ford Transit chassis is revolutionizing the commercial bus market. Offered in gas or diesel, recent tests demonstrate day-to-day fuel economy of up to 38 percent compared to other shuttle bus chassis. The Transit chassis also offers a new encased capless fuel filler, and an improved engine compartment layout in both 3.2 diesel and 3.7 gas litre engines, that are proven worldwide.

In addition to many of the Blue Bird body benefits, such as the reinforced structure and the superior insulation, the wider center aisle of the CT-Series enhances passenger comfort. The overall look of this new vehicle is contemporary and stylish.

Blue Bird Commercial Group 3000 Girardin Street Drummondville, Quebec J2E 0A1 855-628-MBUS (6287) Fax: 819-475-9633 Email: commercial@microbird.com Website: www.bluebirdcommercial.com

Model .....................................................................................................CT-Series Seating Capacity ...........................................................Up to 17 passengers Length ............................................................................................................273” Width.................................................................................................................86” Height .............................................................................................................106” Engine .......................................................................3,7L V6 or 3,2L 15 Diesel Transmission......................................................6 speed AOD w/Selectshift Chassis ..................................................................................Ford Transit T350 Air Conditioning .......................................................................Up to 55K BTU Steering.........................................................................................Tilt-Standard Suspension......................................................................................Leaf Spring Wheelbase......................................................................................................156”

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Blue Bird Commercial Group designs and manufactures a complete line of commercial buses built with superior durability. The CTS-Series delivers exceptional safety and stability, making this bus an excellent choice for special needs applications. This bus is ready to be equipped with a variety of options to suit the needs of any passenger. The CTS-Series (CT-Series) offers a new design, with more visibility and a more comfortable driver’s area, with easy access to controls.

Blue Bird Commercial Group 3000 Girardin Street Drummondville, Quebec J2E 0A1 855-628-MBUS (6287) Fax: 819-475-9633 Email: commercial@microbird.com Website: www.bluebirdcommercial.com

Model ..................................................................................................CTS-Series Seating Capacity............................................................Up to 11 passengers Length ............................................................................................................273” Width.................................................................................................................86” Height .............................................................................................................106” Engine .......................................................................3,7L V6 or 3,2L 15 Diesel Transmission......................................................6 speed AOD w/Selectshift Chassis ..................................................................................Ford Transit T350 Air Conditioning .......................................................................Up to 55K BTU Wheelchair lift.....................................................................................Standard Steering.........................................................................................Tilt-Standard Suspension......................................................................................Leaf Spring Wheelbase......................................................................................................156”

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Blue Bird Commercial Group

Blue Bird Commercial Group

D-Series

DS-Series

The D-Series is a dual rear wheel bus made of six longitudinal structural beams, combined with one-piece galvanized steel roof bows that enhance safety and roll-over protection. This mid-size bus can be built to accommodate various types of configurations, and seat 28 passengers (Ford chassis).

Blue Bird buses are purpose-built for tours, assisted living, public transit, shuttle markets and more. Several options such as luxury seats, extra wide rear view window, flat screen TV, and panoramic windows, are offered to enhance the passenger experience. A propane system is also available.

The DS-Series, a dual rear wheel special needs vehicle, delivers superior safety and a smoother ride because of the energy absorbing blocks that absorb the road vibration. Recessed wheelchair tracks, Slide N’Click or floor pocket anchorages, offer safe and secure transportation for special needs passengers.

The double-leaf wheelchair doors offer protection on both sides of the lift, thus adding to passenger safety, while offering superior weather seal and door strength.

Blue Bird Commercial Group 3000 Girardin Street Drummondville, Quebec J2E 0A1 855-628-MBUS (6287) Fax: 819-475-9633 Email: commercial@microbird.com Website: www.bluebirdcommercial.com

Model......................................................................................................D-Series Seating Capacity.....................................................................28 passengers Length ................................................................................From 257” to 346” Width ...............................................................................................................96” Height.................................................................................................111” or 113” Engine .....................................................................................6.0L or 6.8L gas Transmission...............................................................................6-Speed AOD Chassis...........................................Ford E350 & E450 or GM 3500 & 4500 Air Conditioning ......................................................................Up to 82K BTU Steering........................................................................................Tilt-Standard Suspension ..................................................Leaf Spring - Mor/Ryde or Air Wheelbase...........................................................................From 138” to 216”

Blue Bird Commercial Group 3000 Girardin Street Drummondville, Quebec J2E 0A1 855-628-MBUS (6287) Fax: 819-475-9633 Email: commercial@microbird.com Website: www.bluebirdcommercial.com

Model ...................................................................................................DS-Series Seating Capacity .........................................................Up to 22 passengers Length .................................................................................From 283” to 315” Width ...............................................................................................................96” Height .............................................................................................................118” Engine .....................................................................................6.0L or 6.8L gas Transmission...............................................................................6-Speed AOD Chassis...........................................Ford E350 & E450 or GM 3500 & 4500 Air Conditioning ......................................................................Up to 82K BTU Wheelchair Lift ..................................................................................Standard Steering........................................................................................Tilt-Standard Suspension ..................................................Leaf Spring - Mor/Ryde or Air Wheelbase............................................................................From 138” to 191”

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ARBOC Specialty Vehicles

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles

Spirit Of Independence Ford

Spirit Of Independence RAM ProMaster

The newest member of the ARBOC family, the Spirit of Independence is also available on the Ford Transit cutaway chassis. This vehicle is built with a 96inch wide body and features dual rear wheels with rear wheel drive.

With a GVWR of 10,360 pounds, and an available passenger capacity of up to 15 ambulatory or 5 wheelchairs, the Ford Spirit of Independence is ideal for transit agencies that are looking for smaller low-floor buses.

Backed by the reliable Ford dealer network, the Ford Spirit of Independence touts convenience and ease of serviceability.

The newest member of the ARBOC family, the Spirit of Independence is built on the RAM ProMaster cutaway chassis. This bus offers a low cost of ownership, while maintaining the safety and dependability that is expected from ARBOC. The 96-inch wide body allows for easy maneuverability inside the vehicle, for both ambulatory and wheelchair passengers. With an available passenger capacity of up to 12 ambulatory or 3 wheelchairs, the Spirit of Independence is perfect for use as a hotel shuttle, airport parking shuttle, in non-emergency medical transport or in the assisted living market.

The RAM chassis features single rear wheels with front wheel drive. With a GVWR of 9,350 pounds, this bus requires 3 point seatbelts and features a smaller 21-foot body, which handles with ease. Occupants will appreciate the absence of steps or a ramp inside the vehicle and the superior headroom. For those customers who are looking for a smaller low-floor bus that is capable of standing the test of time, the ARBOC Spirit of Independence is the answer.

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles 51165 Greenfield Pkwy., Middlebury, IN 46540 574-825-1720 Website: www.ARBOCsv.com

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles 51165 Greenfield Pkwy., Middlebury, IN 46540 574-825-1720 Website: www.ARBOCsv.com

Model ..............................................................Spirit of Independence - Ford Seating Capacity .........................Up to 15 ambulatory or 5 wheelchairs Length..........................................................................................................23’ 9” Width.................................................................................................................96” Height..............................................................................................................103” Engine ...............................................................................3.7L Gas/3.2L Diesel Type of Fuel..................................................................................Gas or Diesel Chassis ................................................................Ford Transit T350 Cutaway Air Conditioning .................................................................Spheros by Valeo Wheelchair Lift Option ................................................................Braun ramp Suspension ...............................................................OEM spring suspension

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Model............................................Spirit of Independence RAM ProMaster Seating Capacity .........................Up to 12 ambulatory or 3 wheelchairs Length...........................................................................................................21’ 8” Width.................................................................................................................96” Height..............................................................................................................103” Engine...............................................................................3.6L Gas/3.0L Diesel Type of Fuel..................................................................................Gas or Diesel Chassis..........................................................RAM ProMaster 3500 Cutaway Air Conditioning .................................................................Spheros by Valeo Wheelchair Lift Option ................................................................Braun ramp Suspension ...............................................................OEM spring suspension

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ARBOC Specialty Vehicles

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles

Spirit Of Mobility

Spirit Of Freedom

The ARBOC Spirit of Mobility is built on a conventional GM cutaway with all passengers entering through the same 39-inch wide door opening. The interior offers theatre seating for better viewing of all riders.

The Spirit of Mobility low-floor bus offers a full air-ride suspension with a beneficial kneeling feature, allowing for an entrance of less than 5-inches from the curb without deploying the ramp.

The Spirit of Mobility provides a single, non-discriminatory angled and accessible entranceway. Riders of all abilities no longer need to contend with steps in the most accessible cutaway bus in the industry today. Now every passenger, including wheelchair riders and those in power scooters, can experience what true equal access really means.

The Spirit of Freedom, built on the GM4500 cutaway chassis, utilizes only General Motors’ standard suspension to create a low-floor, ADA compliant bus capable of a 1:5 ramp angle; all with an exceptional ultra-low price point.

With a spacious 39-inch entry opening and low step height, this is an ideal bus for airport, hotel, and resort shuttles as well as transit agencies.

Utilizing the GM suspension has the added benefit of impressively driving down maintenance costs over the life cycle, making it comparable to any standard floor cutaway. If speed of operation, ride quality, passenger dignity and safety are important, then the Spirit Of Freedom is the bus for you.

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles 51165 Greenfield Pkwy., Middlebury, IN 46540 574-825-1720 Website: www.ARBOCsv.com

Model ......................................................................................Spirit of Mobility Seating Capacity ........................Up to 23 ambulatory or 8 wheelchairs Length................................................................................................23’, 26’, 28’ Width.................................................................................................................96” Height ..............................................................................................................110” Engine.....................................................................................................6.0L Gas Type of Fuel .....................................................................................Gas or CNG Chassis ....................................................................................................GM4500 Air Conditioning .............................................Spheros by Valeo, Trans/Air, Thermo King or ACT Wheelchair Lift Option ................................................................Braun ramp Suspension..............................................................4-corner air suspension

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles 51165 Greenfield Pkwy., Middlebury, IN 46540 574-825-1720 Website: www.ARBOCsv.com

Model.....................................................................................Spirit of Freedom Seating Capacity ........................Up to 23 ambulatory or 8 wheelchairs Length................................................................................................24’, 27’, 29’ Width.................................................................................................................96” Height...............................................................................................................115” Engine.....................................................................................................6.0L Gas Type of Fuel..........................................................................................Gas, CNG Chassis ....................................................................................................GM4500 Air Conditioning .............................................Spheros by Valeo, Trans/Air, Thermo King or ACT Wheelchair Lift Option ................................................................Braun ramp Suspension ...............................................................OEM spring suspension

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ARBOC Specialty Vehicles

ABC Companies

Spirit Of Liberty The ARBOC Spirit of Liberty is a low-floor, medium-duty 30- to 35-foot rear engine shuttle bus. The Liberty features an open floorplan with no steps throughout the passenger area. Standard wheelchair zones are a spacious 54 x 30 inches. Passengers enter on a 34-inch wide, 1:8 ramp (rated at 1,000 pounds) to a 37-inch pass-through between front wheelhouses.

The Liberty incorporates lightweight technologies and proven ARBOC construction, resulting in best-in-class curb weight of 19,500 pounds. With a GVW of 25,990 pounds, the Liberty has the capacity to carry up to 37 passengers plus standees. Power is supplied by a 6.7 liter Cummins ISB diesel engine, coupled to an Allison B220 six-speed transmission on a proprietary chassis supplied by Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation.

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles 51165 Greenfield Pkwy., Middlebury, IN 46540 574-825-1720 Website: www.ARBOCsv.com

Model ........................................................................................Spirit of Liberty Seating Capacity ........................Up to 37 ambulatory or 6 wheelchairs Length .......................................................................................................30’, 35’ Width...............................................................................................................100” Height .............................................................................................................120” Engine ......................................................................Cummins ISB 6.7L Diesel Type of Fuel ...............................................................................................Diesel Chassis.....................................................................................Freightliner XBA Air Conditioning.......................................Spheros by Valeo, Thermo King Wheelchair Lift Option ................................................................Braun ramp Suspension..............................................................4-corner air suspension

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Van Hool CX35 The Van Hool CX35 was created to meet the diverse needs of customers, further demonstrating ABC Companies’ commitment to the North American market. The Van Hool CX35’s user-friendly design integrates many full-size coach features including: spacious inner cabin, expanded luggage capacity, seamless driver experience from the CX45, comprehensive safety package, and easy serviceability.

The Van Hool CX45 and the CX35 share a nearly identical design with many commonly used parts and components that can drive some highvalue benefits to operators. A dramatic reduction in spare parts investment is an obvious advantage, but for operators who already run the Van Hool CX45 in their fleet, the need for driver and mechanic training is greatly mitigated. With many exclusive features unique to the small coach segment, the Van Hool CX35 delivers some added benefits in addition to the durability, comfort and reliability operators expect from Van Hool.

ABC Companies; 1506 30th Street, NW; Faribault, MN 55021 USA; Phone: 800-222-2875; Fax: 507-334-0246 E-mail: abcinfo@abc-companies.com Website: www.abc-companies.com

Seating Capacity......................................................................38 Passengers Overall Length ................................................................................................35’ Overall Width.................................................................................................102” Overall Height .............................................................................................11’ 6” Engine ......................................................Cummins ISL 9 (345HP) EPA 2013 Transmission .......................................Allison B500 Six-Speed Automatic (Gen5) Chassis ................................................Stainless Steel Chassis, Windshield & Side Window Frames Air Conditioning ....................................................Integrated HVAC System Wheelchair Lift Option.......................Mid-Ship Position Wheelchair Lift w/2 Tie-Down Positions

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Temsa

Temsa

Temsa TS 30

Temsa TS 35E

The Temsa TS 30 coach is manufactured in Turkey and is distributed in the United States, exclusively by CH Bus Sales, LLC. The TS 30 is a fully integral designed mid-size coach that provides the same level of comfort and amenities as a full size coach.

The TS 30 has independent front suspension and automatic transmission, contributing to a smooth, comfortable drive. With an American driveline (Cummins/Allison), the TS 30 provides power and serviceability. These are combined with European craftsmanship to create a high quality driving experience. It is stringently tested to ensure the highest standards.

Despite its compact dimensions, the TS 30 has a tough, integral stainless steel chassis for extra durability and safety. The interior integrates a high quality heating and air conditioning system, abundant luggage space, a restroom and reclining seats.

The TS 30 is appropriate for smaller groups and is more economical to purchase and operate than a larger coach, according to the company. It is fuel efficient and kind to the environment as well as an operator’s finances.

The world class Temsa TS 35E coach is a fully integral designed mid-size coach that provides the same level of comfort and amenities as a full size coach. This mid-size coach offers a luxurious and spacious interior for passengers and driver. The TS 35 was first introduced to the U.S. market by CH Bus Sales in 2011, and is manufactured in Turkey by Temsa Global.

Recently, this model has gone through some impressive enhancements and is now referred to as the TS 35E - introduced in early 2016. Still with a Cummins/Allison driveline, the TS 35E provides excellent power and optimum serviceability. This coach is constructed from stainless steel for extra durability and safety.

It is stringently tested to ensure the highest standards and provides a dependable, high quality driving experience.

The enhancements made to this 35-foot model include an entryway with new styling, an enlarged driver’s cockpit, increased parts commonality with the TS 45, optional enclosed parcel rack doors, 315 standard tires, twin alternator application on the engine, three-piece front bumper and rear engine door for easier maintenance, better accessability, and as a key safety feature ESC (electronic stability control) is standard.

CH Bus Sales, LLC 1645 Lyndale Ave. North, Suite 102, Faribault, MN 55021 USA Phone: 507-331-7911; Fax: 507-331-1338 Website: www.chbussales.com Model .............................................................................................Temsa TS 30 Seating Capacity.............................................34 passengers w/restroom Length........................................................................................................30.80’ Width..........................................................................................................94.64” Height......................................................10.68’ (including air conditioner) Engine...................................................Cummins ISB 6.7 250 HP-EPA 2016 Type of Fuel ..............................................................................................Diesel Transmission................................................................................Allison B300 Chassis ...........................Integral monocoque design in stainless steel Air Conditioning.....................................................Full auto HVAC system/ roof type unit (27 KW cooling, 39 KW heating) Wheelchair Lift Option ...............................................................................Yes Steering........................................................................................ZF Servocom Suspension............Independent front suspension w/shock absorber; rear suspension w/shock absorber

Model.............................................................................................Temsa TS 35E Seating Capacity ..............................................40 Passengers w/restroom Length ...............................................................................................................35’ Width............................................................................................................100.4” Height.........................................................................................................11’ 6.6” Engine ....................................................Cummins ISL 8.9 345 HP-EPA 2017 Type of Fuel ...............................................................................................Diesel Transmission.................................................................................Allison B500 Chassis...........................................Integral monocoque in stainless steel Air Conditioning..................................Full automatic convector system/ Roof type air conditioning unit 32 KW Wheelchair Lift Option.................................................................................Yes Steering.....................................................................................Power steering Suspension............Independent front suspension w/shock absorbers & torsion bar stabilizer; rear suspension with shock absorbers July/August 2017

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PERSONNEL

David Hammingh Named Transit Bus Regional Sales Manager

CH Bus Sales Hires New Account Executive For Northeast Region

New Flyer Industries Inc., a transit bus and motorcoach manufacturer and parts distributor, has named David “DJ” Hammingh as transit bus regional sales manager for the midwest U.S. Hammingh is based in Rockford, MI, reporting to Joe Gibson, vice president of national sales. He is responsible for new transit bus sales in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Missouri.

Hammingh has sales experience with component suppliers in original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and aftermarket, including Stemco and Hadley. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree (business/accounting concentration) from Hope College in Holland, MI. New Flyer has fabrication, manufacturing, distribution and service centers in Canada and the United States, and employs approximately 5,300 people.

“Through its Canadian and U.S. subsidiaries, New Flyer Industries David Hammingh Canada ULC and New Flyer of America Inc., offers transit bus product lines under the brand Xcelsior®, incorporating a range of drive systems available including: clean diesel, natural gas, diesel-electric hybrid, electric-trolley and now battery-electric. New Flyer supports over 44,000 heavy-duty transit buses (New Flyer, NABI and Orion) currently in service,” according to a press release.

Through its Canadian and U.S. subsidiaries, Motor Coach Industries Limited and Motor Coach Industries, Inc., it offers motorcoaches, including the MCI J4500, and the MCI D-Series. MCI is also the exclusive distributor of Setra S417 and S407 in the United States and Canada.

MCI actively supports over 28,000 motorcoaches currently in service and offers 24-hour roadside assistance 365 days a year.

For more information, visit www.newflyer.com.

CH Bus Sales has added Eric Bantley to its sales team. Bantley is an account executive for the Northeast Region. He is responsible for creating new, and fostering current relationships in the motorcoach industry, with a focus on the territory of Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Northern New York state.

Previously, he held leadership positions within sales strategy, key account sales management, international sourcing and product development. Within the transportation industry, he worked five years with Minnesota-based operator Ready Bus Line.

In his new role, Bantley participates in regional associations, will Eric Bantley make customer courtesy visits, facilitate sales of new and pre-owned equipment and will work with CH’s customer base to ensure support and service.

Telephone Bantley at 612-636-8811 or email him at ebantley@chbussales.com.

Celebrates 60th Anniversary

GO Riteway Has New President Go Riteway Transportation Group has named Bob Zanotti as its new president. He is the first non-family leader since Roland (Rollie) and Pearl Bast founded the company in 1957, said Ron Bast, company COB. The company is also celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2017. Today, the company has over 1,350 employees and 1,090 vehicles, operating out of 18 Wisconsin locations.

Previously, Zanotti worked for the Federal Express Corporation, and has been president of two privately held local companies in southeast Wis consin. He has a B.A. from Illinois Wesleyan University, and an MBA from the University of Wisconsin – Madison School of Business.

The company rebranded in 2011 Bob Zanotti from Riteway Bus Service to GO Riteway Transporations Group, when it acquired airport shuttle service.

For more information, visit www.goriteway.com.

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Jason Rounsaville Joins MCI As Rocky Mountain Preowned Coach Regional Manager Motor Coach Industries (MCI) has hired Jason Rounsaville as Rocky Mountain pre-owned coach regional manager.

Rounsaville was formerly a sales manager with a northern California motorcoach charter operator’s pre-owned vehicle sales operation, and he was with A to Z Bus Sales in Sacramento, CA. At MCI, Rounsaville is responsible for customers in Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Mon tana and Alaska. He reports to Mitch Guralnick, vice president of MCI pre-owned sales.

“He is a good match for MCI because he knows the MCI and Setra brand very well; he’s well positioned in a region where there is an opportunity for growth,” said Guralnick.

MCI will offer pre-owned inventory at the new MCI Sales and Service center opening this fall in the San Francisco Bay Area.

“Rounsaville got his first expoJason Rounsaville sure to the motorcoach industry as an entertainer. A talented musician – he’s a vocalist, lyricist and plays seven instruments -- Rounsaville was part of a gospel music group for 23 years, traveling cross-country in converted Eagles and other bus brands.

He and his wife also founded and ran Chariot Coach, an entertainer coach-leasing business in Nashville. Originally from Mississippi, Rounsaville eventually moved to northern California to be closer to his wife’s family and now he, his wife and four daughters reside in Lincoln, CA,” said MCI. To contact Rounsaville email Jason.Rounsaville@mcicoach.com.

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ADVERTORIAL

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It is noteworthy to share that the same advantages that insurance provides for health or auto can be achieved through vehicle extended warranties (EW). Year over year, vehicle repair data is shown to educate the transportation industry toward this aftermarket option. “Educating our consumer to avoid the roller coaster ride of unexpected maintenance expenses, is core to driving customer service excellence,” says Chris Goebel, VP Commercial Division, United States Warranty Corporation. Chis recently joined USWC with over 30 years of experience with passenger transportation operations. Consider the advantages and application of using an extended warranty on your bus, or other commercial fleet vehicles.

Newer, more sophisticated technology, is pricier to fix, right? The average transmission repair can easily run $3,000 or more. “We educate our customer that one covered repair can pay for the entire extended warranty,” reports this tenured transportation executive.

Today’s warranty contract providers have changed with the times and have really morphed into a cost stabilizer for those trying to get a better grasp on operational line items.

If you’re in the market for an extended warranty program, here are a few criteria you should use when you kick the tires of EW pricing as it is based on: • mileage levels • desired number of years covered (terms) • level of coverage Levels of coverage are critical. As levels progress, the number of covered components will increase. An EW may cover only the powertrain or be all inclusive and cover hundreds of components; with deductibles ranging from $100 to $500. The provider should be able to customize to fit your unique needs.

All of this really comes down to overall ROI: • Higher resale value • Reduced downtime, improves customer credibility • Reduces the possibility of lost business • Protection continues after OEM warranties expire United States Warranty Corporation, located in Ohio, welcomes Chris Goebel to one of the oldest and most established warranty companies committed to providing value added products focusing on Service, Integrity and Trust for over 40 years.

For more information, visit www.uswceagle.com.

Canada’s Brewster Purchases 20 New J4500 Coaches Motor Coach Industries (“MCI”), a subsidiary of New Flyer Industries Inc., said that Banff, Canada-based-Brewster recently purchased 20 new MCI J4500 coaches. Brewster, with satellite offices in Canmore, Lake Louise, Jasper and Calgary, recently took delivery of nine MCI J4500s, adding to the 11 Brewster put into service during 2016.

“May kicked off our busy travel season,” said Devon Dadalt, Brewster’s transportation revenue manager. The newest MCI coaches are serving Brewster’s full-day sightseeing tour business, which carries passengers for 6-10 hours at a time. Comfort is paramount, said Dadalt, “It’s a good looking coach and our passengers like the many amenities.”

Each of Brewster’s new MCI J4500s include plush leather seating for 52 passengers and custom galleys in the back, with cold-water stations.

Other high-end elements include wood-like flooring, 110-volt power outlets at every seat and Wi-Fi. Its parent, Pursuit, which operates luxury travel brands, also supports Glacier Park, Inc., the Alaska Collection and FlyOver Canada. Pursuit offers travelers experiences available at the Banff Gondola, Banff Lake Cruise, Glacier Skywalk, Glacier Adventure and Maligne Lake Cruise.

“Brewster dates its history back to 1892, when it was founded by Jim and Bill Brewster, just 10- and 12-years-old at the time. The children were trained by the First Nations People to serve as guides for the Banff Springs Hotel. As they grew, the Brewster brothers became tourism pioneers, and in 1916, replaced some 70 horse-drawn carriages with five motorbuses to carry Banff tourists to Canada’s first national park,” said MCI.

NJ Transit Awards MCI 2nd Year Of 6-Year Contract For 18 Commuter Coaches MCI reported that NJ Transit has issued a notice-to-proceed on the second year of its six-year contract to manufacture and deliver 185 commuter coaches, with an approximate total value of $92 million.

“While the contract was suspended for nearly three months, awaiting the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund to be resolved, MCI was able to adjust production schedules and successfully deliver 96 commuter coaches in 2016. MCI delivered all year one deliveries of 187 commuter coaches by the end of the first quarter 2017, and will begin delivery of year two coaches starting in the third quarter 2017,” said MCI. “MCI has a history of working collaboratively with NJ Transit,” Patrick Scully, exec. v.p. MCI sales/marketing, said. “MCI is proud to support its replacing of older buses with modern clean-diesel 45-foot commuter coaches that provide greater capacity, reliability, reduced emissions and lower operating costs, while providing passengers superior riding comfort.” The MCI commuter coaches are powered by clean diesel, which has exhaust emissions reduced as required by the latest Clean Air Act amendments, and features a 57-seat configuration that is Wi-Fi ready, seatbelt-equipped and compliant with the ADA. NJ Transit is the third largest provider of bus, rail and light rail transit in the United States, linking major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia. The agency operates a fleet of more than 2,200 buses covering 255 routes.

Note: All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. currency.

For more information, visit www.mcicoach.com.

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ADVERTORIAL

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Driven by a passion to deliver quality, reliability, and innovation, Bitimec's Wash-Bots are the undisputed leader in the single brush buswash sector. And we will keep getting better. The models in our 2017 line have several new “standard” features which make them the best we have ever built.

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High Performance Brake Linings And Disc Pads….From North America’s #1 Name In Transit Friction Marathon’s industry leading and OE approved KVT brake linings and DiscStar Transit Premium air disc pads are proven performers for transit and coach lines across the country. KVT and DiscStar are quiet, long life materials that are friendly to drums and rotors.

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OE Transit Approved KVT is specifically formulated to handle the high heat of multiple stopping of a city bus and the heavy-duty demands of a motorcoach. KVT is an organic, non-asbestos brake lining that combines stopping power and quiet operation with a long lining life. KVT is a proven formulation easily meeting Federal regulations for brake effectiveness, fade and recovery in accordance with FMVSS 121 test procedure and is rated for 28,660 lb axle loads.

DiscStar Transit Premium Air Disc Pads A high performance brake pad designed for air disc brakes, with exceptional wear and low noise characteristics.

As the use of disc brakes continues to grow in the heavy-duty industry, Marathon now offers a high performance air disc pad, DiscStar Transit Premium. Designed specifically for air disc brakes, Marathon's DiscStar Transit Premium disc pads were created to handle the extreme conditions of transit bus and coach applications. Formulated using Marathon's severe service ceramic expertise, DiscStar Transit Premium disc pads provide dependable stopping power, a long pad and rotor life, and significant noise reduction.

Call 800-223-5201 or visit: www.MarathonBrake.com.

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Shiloh Foust, of Vol-Ten Corp., Stockton, CA, using Battery 626-EZ.

For more information, visit www.wash-bots.com.

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles Produces Spirit Of Liberty Buses For Martin County, FL ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC, has completed its first order of Spirit of Liberty (SOL) buses leased to Martin County, FL, through Alliance Bus Group (ABG).

“The Spirit of Liberty is a rear engine medium-duty bus with a low floor and floorplan flexibility. It can accommodate up to 37 seated passengers and six wheelchair positions. Its angled entranceway and ADA-exceeding 1:6 ramp slope, ensure accessability,” said the company.

“Martin County, located on the east coast of Florida, will use these buses on its commuter service to Palm Beach County. In 2012, Martin County formed a partnership with ARBOC when the county placed an order for its first Spirit of Mobility, a lowfloor cutaway. Alliance Bus Group, in Orlando, FL, one of eight ABG locations, handles all sales, parts and service needs for Martin County.”

Founded in 2008, ARBOC Specialty Vehicles develops and manufacturs low-floor technology up to 34 feet. It has four key product offerings: the Spirit of Mobility, Spirit of Freedom, Spirit of Independence and Spirit of Liberty. ARBOC also offers lowfloor paratransit products that meet and exceed 2014-2018 federal fuel economy standards. For more information, visit www.ARBOCsv.com.

Alliance Bus Group is a bus distributor, providing a wide range of buses including passenger vans to motorcoaches.

To learn more, call 866-287-4768.

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New Bus Doorways Accommodate FMVSS 226 Ejection Mitigation MobilityTRANS announces its new Gen2 bus doorway system for Ford transit vans and small buses.

“The Gen2 bus doorway system is the first bus style doorway that fully accomodates FMVSS 226 ejection mitigation standards,” said the company.

Dave Brown, president of MobilityTRANS, said, “We are proud to continue our tradition of offering the safest transit vans and small buses in the industry. Our 22-foot small bus, based on the Ford Transit, is the first passenger van or small bus with a bus style doorway to offer the extra safety of FMVSS 226 ejection mitigation.

Three-point seatbelts and 6 front airbags are already standard, so we feel we have the safest buses on sale today.”

Brown also said, “With fuel economy that can average over 20 mpg and quality OEM A/C systems, we are offering our customers economical, safe, and easily maintained vehicles.”

Founded in 1992, MobilityTRANS is a commercial passenger and partatransit van convertor. The company offers paratransit, hotel-air-

GTrans Deploys CCW ZEPS Electric Buses “Complete Coach Works (CCW) was honored recently to have been a part of the California’s GTrans ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the launch of five re-powered Zero-Emission Propulsion System (ZEPS) battery-electric buses,” according to a press release.

Attendees at the ribbon cutting included Congresswoman Maxine Waters; Commissioner of the California Energy Commission Janea Scott; California Assembly Member Jose Medina; Mayor Tasha Cerda and Director of Transportation Ernie Crespo. This project represents CCW’s largest ZEPS deployment in California. CCW partnered with the California Energy Commission, Cal Start, Southern California Regional Transit Training Consortium and GTrans for this project.

“CCW is the leader in repowering transit buses with its ZEPS technology, as the zero-emission buses continue to gain popularity with transit authorities and their ridership. This project is CCW’s largest ZEPS technology deployment in California, and is part of our commitment to transportation solutions for zero emission vehicles covering all major groups and mass transit industry needs,” said Dale Carson, president of CCW. Complete Coach Works (CCW) is a U.S. transit bus retrofit and rehabilitation company. It has 30 years of service in the transportation industry, and a team numbering more than 350.

Gardena Municipal Bus Lines (GTrans) operates a fleet of about 60 gasoline hybrid buses and other smaller vehicles to provide fixed route and demand response services that connect customers to destinations within the city and in neighboring South Bay communities. GTrans, which provides 9,574 rides a day, also links to the Los Angeles regional transit system, including Metro rail and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus system. For more information, contact Richard Sullivan at 800-287-7253.

Visit CCW at www.CompleteCoach.com, or call 800-300-3751.

port shuttles, executive transport, and prisoner transport versions of the vans and small buses that it builds.

Phone (800) 496-4280 or email info@mobilitytrans.com.

SVI Exhibits New Low-Floor Trolley During CTAA

Specialty Vehicles recently exhibited its new Spirit of America Low-Floor Trolley at the Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA) Trade Show in Detroit, MI. The 34-foot trolley, American made by ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC, (ARBOC), seats up to 37 passengers and features dual entry doors, electronic destinations signs, dual roof top AC units, a fold-out ADA ramp, cupola and dark oak interior.

“ARBOC partnered with Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) to develop the Low-Floor XBA chassis used for the Spirit of America trolley. Additionally, this unit boasts the only OEM chassis warranty in the low-floor market,” according to a press release.

“The Spirit of America trolley complies with all FMVSS regulations and has Altoona testing certification in the 7-Year/ 200,000 mile category. Currently the trolley is only offered with a diesel engine but compressed natural gas (CNG) will be an option this fall.”

Contact Specialty Vehicles for a demonstration.

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Camira’s Moquette And Flat-Woven Fabrics Will Be On Display At BusCon “Camira designs and weaves moquette and flat-woven fabrics for motorcoach interiors, to the highest standards of durability and safety.

With a full range of capabilities, Camira’s in-house design team can develop more bespoke fabrics, adding personality and flair to any vehicle interior. Exhibiting at BusCon, Camira will have fabrics on display including moquette, flat-woven and vinyl collections,” said the company. Following is Camira’s description of fabric and collections: Vision: A new flat-woven fabric, which uses lightly textured surfaces, small pattern repeats and geometric based designs to form the structure of this modern fabric for motorcoach interiors. The dark background color enhances the use of metallic highlights to create striking color effects under moving light. A combination of contrasting fiber types, polished and matt, create added interest and a tactile finish.

Aura Twist: Camira’s newest moquette fabric is a wool rich moquette, reviving a textile classic which is re-interpreted into modern, geometric inspired designs on a darker background with carefully selected accent colorways. The designs combine linear, architectural and structural patterning in a variety of scales, with the highlight colors coordinating with other complementary finishes in leather, vinyl and flat-woven ranges.

Aura Classic: Camira’s best-selling Aura collection, now renamed the Aura Classic collection, has 14 iconic designs. Patterns range from organic orbital swirls to layered geometrics, some incorporating a highlight speciality crinkle yarn which creates added texture and depth.

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Vinyls And Trims: Coordinating trims for Camira’s fabrics are available for piping, headrests, wall side and ceiling finishes and curtaining to provide flexible options for combination seats using more than one material type. Options include high performance vinyl, Vita, Camira’s leather range Classic, Lucia FR, Micro Trim, Premier Trim and Super Trim.

All fabrics meet international bus and coach flammability standards.

Visit Camira at BusCon, September 11-13, at booth 618.

For more information, visit www.camirafabrics.com.

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“Greyhound Lines, Inc., based in Dallas, TX, has awarded Prevost a contract for up to 360 motorcoaches. The three-year deal specifies the delivery of the first 60 coaches in 2017, with the option to purchase the balance over a three-year period. This is the single largest contract in Prevost history,” according to a Prevost press release.

Francois Tremblay, Prevost vice president/general manager said, “Our team is quite excited to be able to build Greyhound buses again. We greatly value our long-standing relationship with GLI and are appreciative that they have chosen Prevost as their brand of choice.”

Founded in 1914, Greyhound Lines, Inc., provides intercity bus transportation, serving more than 3,800 destinations across North America.

The company employs 7,000 people and carries approximately 18 million passengers a year.

Prevost manufactures intercity touring coaches and produces conversion coaches for high-end motor home and specialty conversion. It is part of the Volvo Group. Prevost’s main manufacturing facility is in Sainte-Claire, Quebec, Canada, and it also has 10 parts and service centers in the United States and Canada. Visit www.prevostcar.com.

WAVE Announces Wireless Charging With Antelope Valley Transit Authority

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Wireless Advanced Vehicle Electrification (WAVE’s) Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) technology is now providing in-route charging for electric-powered buses at Sgt. Steve Owen Memorial Park, Lancaster, CA, and Palmdale Transportation Center, Palmdale, CA. “WAVE has completed a full OEM integration with BYD at its Lancaster manufacturing facility to help us reach the goal of being 100 percent green by 2018,” according to Antelope Transit.

“Our partnership with WAVE is a key component in reaching our goal to become the nation's first fully electric transit agency," said Executive Director Len Engel.

“The WAVE system uses a charging pad that lies flush with the pavement, is sturdy enough to be run over all day without damage, and wirelessly charges the bus during routine stops. In-route charging means fewer batteries, reduced vehicle weight, higher passenger capacity and extended vehicle range,” according to a press release.

“Recently celebrating its 4th year in operation, and founded in 2011, WAVE delivers wireless power using electrical infrastructure embedded in the roadway and vehicle-mounted receivers. WAVE's Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) is created through magnetic fields that move power from underneath the roadway to the vehicle, without wires or cables.

Learn more at waveipt.com.

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Bianco Tours Takes Delivery Of Two Temsa TS 30s Bianco Tours, located in Taylor, MI, is headed by owners, Kent and Jill Bianco. The company began almost 40 years ago, in 1979, with one bus, that was purchased to help with the company’s tour business. Today, Bianco Tours has grown to a fleet size of 20 motorcoaches, and offers charter travel in addition to its tour operation. Recently, Bianco Tours took delivery of two Temsa TS 30s to service smaller passenger groups on both shortand long-haul trips. They now have a total of three Temsas, including a 2016 TS 35E. Bianco’s TS 30s are equipped with customer features such as 110V plugs with USB ports, audio/video, sun shades and a woodgrain floor.

Kent and Jill Bianco said that it was, “the sharp turning radius, accessibility to mechanical components and stability on the road,” that attracted them to the TS 30. According to the couple, they are now able to offer small group customers competitive rates without sacrificing the comfort and luxury of a larger coach.

CH Bus Sales, LLC, is the exclusive distributor of TEMSA motorcoaches in the United States and Canada. It offers two fully integral mid-size motorcoaches, the TS 35 and the TS 30, as well as the full-size TS 45 coach. Temsa was founded in 1968, and has been building coaches since 1984. Visit www.chbussales.com.

4 New Van Hool CX45s Delivered Sun Diego Charter and its Anaheim-based sister company, Sun Express, have taken delivery of 4 new Van Hool CX45 luxury coaches from ABC Companies, Van Hool’s exclusive U.S. distributor.

Founded in 1997 by Bev and Rich Illes, with two mini buses and two MC-9s, the companies now operate a combined fleet of 90 coaches in the San Diego and Los Angeles markets. In the San Diego market, Sun Diego has 41 scheduled routes to casinos, contract, school/university and general charter services. The company recently opened a facility in Anaheim, CA, to expand its brand, (Sun Express Charter Co.) into the Orange County, Los Angeles, and the Riverside County markets.

“In 2014, we were acquired by All Aboard America! Holdings, LLC,” said Rich Illes. “We’ve kept our reputation and unique identity, while continuing to offer the close personal relationships and quality service customers expect from a local company. Our favorite part of the business has always been serving customers, and now that we have a parent organization doing much of the administrative work, we can devote more time to taking care of our clientele.”

In addition to Sun Diego (www.sundiegocharter.com) AAH! LLC, has operations in Arizona, Texas and New Mexico (All Aboard America!), Denver (Ace Express), and Louisiana (Hotard Coaches).

The 56-passenger ADA compliant coaches feature woodgrain flooring, entertainment systems, Wi-Fi and 110 volt outlets, as well as Van Hool’s rear passenger window. All 4 coaches incorporate Van Hool safety features such as 3-point seatbelts, backup camera, lane departure warning, antilock brakes, tire pressure monitoring, fire suppression systems, automatic stability control, daytime running lights, curbside lighting and adaptive static aiming lights.

ABC Companies offers products and services including new and preowned full-size highway coach equipment and specialty vehicles. ABC has an after sale service network for service and repairs, collision services, OEM and aftermarket parts for transit, motorcoach and heavy-duty equipment from nine locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Contact ABC Companies at 800-222-2875 or visit the company web site at www.abc-companies.com.

REV Group Acquires Midwest Automotive Designs REV Group, a $2+ billion manufacturer of specialty vehicle brands and provider of parts and services, has acquired Midwest Automotive Designs (Midwest), a custom van “upfitter” that develops and manufactures luxury vehicles for end segments including motorhomes, shuttle vans, limousines, and customized executive transportation vehicles.

“This acquisition enhances REV’s product offerings in both its Recreation and Commercial segments through the RV and bus divisions, by adding a selection of Class B RVs and multiple products for the luxury limousine, charter and tour (LCT) bus markets, respectively,” said REV. Headquartered in Elkhart, IN, Midwest custom-builds RVs and LCT vans on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis, and the newly introduced Dodge ProMaster chassis. Since its inception in 2003, the company has grown to over 130 employees, with combined manufacturing and office space of over 100,000 square feet, and annual revenue of approximately $45 million.

“One of our key strengths is our ability to rapidly design, engineer and commercialize new products,” said Tim Gray, president of Midwest.

“Our combination with REV makes all of the sense in the world. We are excited to tap into REV’s technical resources and nationwide dealership footprint.”

Jim Jacobs, president of REV Group, describes Midwest products, saying the attention to detail is second-to-none.

Tim Sullivan, CEO of REV Group, said Midwest’s products are completmentary to REV’s line of American-made specialty vehicles, and that Midwest is a strong cultural fit with REV because of its quality-focused reputation and diverse products.

“The addition of top quality shuttle buses, limousines and executive transportation vehicles is complementary to REV’s existing commercial line of products,” said John Walsh, president of REV’s bus division.

“Our luxury transportation dealers will be very excited about these additions to our luxury product line.”

Midwest’s manufacturing operations will remain in Elkhart, IN, and the company’s 130 employees will continue to be an integral part of the day-to-day operations and its future growth plans, according to REV. The acquisition of Midwest was signed and closed concurrently on April 13, 2017.

REV is a designer, manufacturer and distributor of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services that serves a customer base primarily in the United States through three segments: Fire & Emergency, Commercial and Recreation. The company provides customized vehicles for: essential needs (ambulances, fire apparatus, school buses, mobility vans and municipal transit buses), industrial and commercial (terminal trucks, cut-away buses and street sweepers) and consumer leisure (recreational) vehicles such as RVs and luxury buses.

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